Security Officer Armed Field Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health & Retirement Benefits

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Nashville, TN. You will patrol, deter incidents, and assist visitors and employees with security procedures while maintaining a professional presence.

Minimum qualifications include 1 year of armed security or related experience, and a HS diploma or equivalent. The role requires compliance with background checks and drug testing, and a valid driver’s license for driving positions.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Armed guard card or license preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.
• 21+ years old for armed roles.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, vendors, and guests at a technology, media, or telecommunications location by following site-specific security procedures and responding to emergencies as needed.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional manner; notify site contacts or emergency services as directed.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, perimeter boundaries, and other assigned areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, visitor authorization, and deliveries per site procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate patrol/incidents reports and communicate with Allied Universal leadership and site personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Access control

Report writing

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 Field Patrol in Nashville, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and support visitors and employees with exceptional service and communication. Join Allied Universal’s caring, collaborative team, where integrity, reliability, agility, and innovation guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon12:30 PM - 08:30 PMTue12:30 PM - 08:30 PMWed12:30 PM - 08:30 PMThur12:30 PM - 08:30 PMFri12:30 PM - 08:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, vendors, and/or guests at a technology, media, or telecommunications location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and/or emergency services as directed by post orders.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, perimeter boundaries, and other assigned areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, visitor authorization, and delivery activity in accordance with site-specific procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of patrols, incidents, observations, and actions taken, and maintain professional communication with Allied Universal leadership and site personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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.