Security Guard - Armed Patrol Part Time

Allied Universal; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Guard Armed Patrol (Part Time) in Fairfax, VA. You will safeguard clients in aerospace/defense settings and support access control, patrols, and incident response.

The role emphasizes flexible, part-time scheduling and opportunities to grow within a leading security services company.

Qualifications

• Armed guard card or license required.
• Minimum age 21 for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Licensing may be required by state/local laws.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by following site procedures and access-control protocols.
• Perform armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for personnel and vehicles.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies in a calm, professional manner.
• Document patrols and incidents and communicate to site leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Armed credential

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Armed guard card or license

Handcuffing certification

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Guard Armed Patrol Part Time in Fairfax, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $26.31 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSun04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and personnel by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense-related location.
• Perform armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter areas on a regular and random basis to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for personnel, visitors, deliveries, and vehicles entering restricted or controlled areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following post orders and applicable procedures.
• Document patrol activity, incidents, observations, and security-related concerns accurately and promptly, and communicate relevant information to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Handcuffing 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Closing

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.