Security Officer - Armed

Allied Universal; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Ongoing training and career growth

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer to protect clients across Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more. You will serve with professionalism, adhere to site policies, and respond to incidents while maintaining a secure environment.

The role emphasizes vigilance, customer service, and adherence to licensing and training requirements. Join a nationwide team providing critical security services with ongoing training and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Background check and drug screen required by law and company policy.
• Licensing requirements may apply depending on state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and customer service to clients across industries.
• Respond calmly to incidents and manage emergencies as needed.
• Conduct regular patrols of sites and follow site-specific policies.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Company 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 an Armed Security Officer you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• 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/safety 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

Perks And Benefits

• Health insurance and Eligible for our company's retirement plans
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more...

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