Security Officer Armed Field Patrol

Allied Universal; Harriman (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal, Harriman, TN, is seeking an Armed Security Officer for field patrol at a government location. You will provide customer service, conduct regular armed patrols, monitor access points, and respond to incidents while following post orders and site policies.

Minimum requirements include 3+ years of relevant experience or a college degree, pepper spray certification is preferred, and an armed guard card/license is preferred. Must be 21+ and pass background checks and drug screens.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or security experience or a college degree.
• Pepper spray certification is preferred.
• Armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors by carrying out security procedures and access-control requirements.
• Conduct armed patrols of buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, and parking locations.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials and visitor procedures.
• Respond to incidents and alarms in a calm, professional manner.
• Prepare clear and accurate patrol and incident reports.

Skills

Customer service

Armed field patrol

Access control

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Pepper spray certification

Armed guard card

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 Field Patrol in Harriman, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer supporting a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond professionally to security-related concerns. You will deliver exceptional customer service and clear communication while working collaboratively with site personnel. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, innovative team puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.34 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon01:00 PM - 09:00 PMTue01:00 PM - 09:00 PMWed01:00 PM - 09:00 PMThur01:00 PM - 09:00 PMSun01:00 PM - 09:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities at a government-operated location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, parking locations, and other assigned areas to help identify and report unusual conditions or unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, authorizations, and visitor procedures in accordance with site requirements.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and escalation procedures.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports regarding patrols, incidents, observations, and other security-related activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience or a college degree.
• Pepper spray certification is preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 lbs is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license 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.

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