Security Guard Armed Patrol Response Driver

Alliedbarton Security Services; Nashville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Armed Patrol Response Driver in Nashville, TN, to safeguard clients across various industries including government facilities. The role includes vehicle and foot patrols, responding to incidents, and maintaining professional communications.

An armed guard card/license and a valid driver’s license are required. The position is full-time with daytime shifts and a pay rate of $21.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Provide professional communication and customer service.
• Be part of a team-focused approach to security duties.
• Maintain integrity and reliability in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel at a government corrections location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, access points, and parking areas to deter unauthorized entry.
• Monitor access to controlled areas, verify credentials and authorizations, maintain visitor and contractor records, and report access concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, medical emergencies, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and complete required documentation.
• Maintain awareness of assigned areas and equipment; communicate professionally with facility personnel and law enforcement as needed; prepare accurate activity and incident reports.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team-focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Armed guard card/license

Driver’s license

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 Officer Armed Patrol Response Driver in Nashville, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government corrections location. You will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional communication and customer service. This driving post requires an armed guard card/license and a valid driver’s license. Bring integrity, reliability, and a team-focused approach to a role where people come first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon05:45 AM - 06:00 PMTue05:45 AM - 06:00 PMWed05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel at a government corrections location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, access points, and parking areas to help identify unusual activity and help deter unauthorized entry.
• Monitor access to controlled areas, verify credentials and authorizations, maintain visitor and contractor records, and report access concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, medical emergencies, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and complete required documentation.
• Maintain awareness of assigned areas and equipment, communicate professionally with facility personnel and law enforcement as needed, and prepare accurate activity and incident reports.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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.

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Requisition ID

2026-1670923