Security Guard Armed Patrol Driver - County

Allied Universal; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools program

Career growth

Health benefits

Exclusive perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Santa Clarita, CA is hiring a Security Guard Armed Patrol Driver to serve a government location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, deter incidents, and provide professional customer service.

This full-time role requires an armed guard card, a valid driver’s license, and a clean background. The pay rate is $26.81 per hour with a schedule including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience required.
• Armed guard card or license required.
• Valid driver’s license required per policy.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Must be 21+ years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background investigation conducted per laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted.
• Industry-specific security training required.
• Licensing requirements may apply prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and the public per site procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, and perimeters.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Monitor access to restricted areas and verify credentials.
• Prepare reports and maintain records of patrols and incidents.

Skills

Armed security experience

Patrol operations

Access control

Incident response

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

As a Security Guard Armed Patrol Driver in Santa Clarita, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer supporting a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional customer service. This driving post offers the opportunity to represent Allied Universal with integrity, reliability, and teamwork while contributing to a welcoming, well-managed environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $26.81 / Hour

Must have a clean background and driving record

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Tue: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Wed: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Sat: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sun: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and members of the public by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities at a government law-enforcement location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, parking areas, public access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with appropriate law-enforcement personnel and emergency responders as needed.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials, document visitor and contractor activity, and report suspicious persons, vehicles, or conditions according to site procedures.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain required records related to patrols, incidents, inspections, and other security-related activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Why Join Us:

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

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