Security Guard Armed Patrol Response

Alliedbarton Security Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Guard Armed Patrol Response in Nashville, TN to serve clients across industries, conduct routine armed patrols, and deter incidents with a professional presence.

You will monitor access, verify credentials, and respond calmly to alarms and emergencies, while maintaining logs and complying with laws and site policies. This full-time role offers benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• At least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Experience using handcuffs, pepper spray, and batons 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, contractors, and vendors at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and report suspicious activity, policy violations, hazards, and maintenance concerns through established reporting channels.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following site-specific procedures and coordinating with emergency responders when needed.
• Maintain accurate activity logs, incident reports, and patrol documentation while handling assigned equipment in accordance with applicable laws, company policy, and site requirements.

Skills

Armed security experience

Customer service experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Armed guard card/license

Handcuffs

Pepper spray

Batons

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 Response in Nashville, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns. You will provide outstanding customer service and clear communication while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon12:30 PM - 08:30 PMTue12:30 PM - 08:30 PMWed12:30 PM - 08:30 PMThur12:30 PM - 08:30 PMSat08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, contractors, and vendors at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and report suspicious activity, policy violations, hazards, and maintenance concerns through established reporting channels.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following site-specific procedures and coordinating with emergency responders when needed.
• Maintain accurate activity logs, incident reports, and patrol documentation while handling assigned equipment in accordance with applicable laws, company policy, and site requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Experience using handcuffs, pepper spray, and batons 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.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.