Security Officer Armed Guard

Allied Universal; Sandwich (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Savings Plan

Perks Program Discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Part-Time Security Officer (Armed Guard Card Required) in Buzzards Bay, MA. The role focuses on patrolling, access control, incident response, and exceptional customer service.

Pay is $23.00 per hour with a consistent schedule Tue/Wed/Thu mornings. Candidates must have an armed guard card, at least 21 years old, and a high school diploma. Background checks and drug screening are required.

Qualifications

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and vendors per site policies.
• Respond calmly to incidents and emergencies following procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to restricted areas and verify credentials.
• Complete accurate shift logs and incident documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or vendors by following site policies and emergency procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, solution-focused manner.
• Conduct armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and access points to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor restricted areas, verify credentials, and report suspicious activity.

Skills

Customer service

Clear communication

Security awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

As a Security Officer Armed Guard Card Required in Buzzards Bay, MA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to changing situations. You will support access control, communicate clearly with personnel and visitors, and deliver exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Tue 05:30 AM - 02:00 PM
• Wed 05:30 AM - 02:00 PM
• Thur 05:30 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established site protocols and notification procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, access points, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and report unauthorized entry attempts or suspicious activity to appropriate personnel.
• Complete accurate activity reports, incident documentation, and shift logs in accordance with site requirements and Allied Universal procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• Have at least six months of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• A valid firearms permit 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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 difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.