Security Officer - Armed

Allied Universal; Lancaster (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an armed security guard in Lancaster, CA, providing an opportunity for rewarding work in a dynamic team environment. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, conducting patrols, and responding to incidents, with comprehensive benefits and pay starting at $20.47 per hour.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k plans

Ongoing paid training programs

Employee discounts through perks program

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Six months of experience as an armed guard required.
• Valid permits, weapon, and CPR card needed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safety and security procedures and site-specific policies.
• Conduct regular patrols around the business and perimeter.
• Respond to incidents in a calm, problem-solving manner.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Patrolling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Job Description

Hello All Applicants,

This position is armed—you must have all required permits, your own weapon, and a valid CPR card. The pay is $20.47 per hour, with annual raises every July. You must have at least six months of experience as an armed guard.

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Only apply if you meet all the requirements. If you are interested, text Nicole at 213-440-8135.

Thank you! Looking forward to speaking with you soon.

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 Universalwill 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 401k plans for full-time positions
• 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

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2025-1383348