Security Officer Armed Driver 40 Caliber

Allied Universal; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 64,747,000 - 74,390,000; 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 Driver 40 Caliber in San Jose, CA to serve clients across government and transportation sectors. You will conduct armed patrols, drive assigned routes, respond to incidents, and provide professional customer service to riders, employees, and visitors.

Requirements include a valid driver's license, at least one year of armed security or related experience, an Armed Guard Card, and a 40 Caliber Endorsement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Armed Guard Card or License required.
• 40 Caliber Endorsement required.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen as per law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to transit employees, riders, visitors, and contractors by following site-specific procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit facilities, stations, parking areas, and surrounding grounds.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies in a calm, professional manner and report as required.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and report unauthorized access or security concerns.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain documentation of patrols and incidents.

Skills

Armed security experience

Customer service

Driving

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Armed Driver 40 Caliber in San Jose, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a public transportation location, you will conduct visible patrols, drive assigned routes, respond to security-related incidents, and provide professional customer service to riders, employees, and visitors. Your presence will help deter unwanted activity while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and caring team, where integrity, innovation, and teamwork guide every shift.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$23.81 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon08:00 AM - 04:00 PMTue08:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 04:00 PMSat08:00 AM - 04:00 PMSun08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to transit employees, riders, visitors, and contractors by carrying out site-specific procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit facilities, stations, parking areas, perimeter areas, and adjacent grounds to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical emergencies, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following applicable post orders and reporting requirements.
• Monitor access points and restricted areas, verify credentials as directed, and report unauthorized access, suspicious activity, and facility concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain required documentation related to patrols, incidents, observations, and security-related activities.

Minimum Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Possess at least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a 40 Caliber Endorsement.
• 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.

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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.