Security Officer Armed Licensed Patrol Driver

Alliedbarton Security Services; Wauchula (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Florida is seeking a Security Officer Armed Licensed Patrol Driver in Wauchula to protect government locations and provide outstanding customer service while upholding Allied Universal’s values. As an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence, and respond professionally to incidents as they arise.

The role offers full-time hours with a pay rate of $17.00 per hour, plus training and career growth

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3+ years of security, law enforcement, or military experience or a college degree.
• Armed guard card or license is required or preferred where applicable.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and the public while following security procedures and policies.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations with professionalism and notify law enforcement as needed.
• Monitor access points and observe movements of vehicles and people entering or leaving the location.
• Prepare accurate activity logs and incident reports, maintaining communication with site personnel and leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol operations

Incident response

Report writing

Education

High school diploma

College degree

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 Licensed Patrol Driver in Wauchula, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to situations as they arise. This driving position offers the opportunity to provide outstanding customer service and clear communication while representing Allied Universal’s values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue08:00 AM - 05:00 PMWed08:00 AM - 05:00 PMThur08:00 AM - 05:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and members of the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government law enforcement location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate law enforcement personnel and follow established reporting procedures.
• Monitor access points and observe the movement of vehicles and individuals entering or leaving the location in accordance with post orders.
• Prepare accurate activity logs, incident reports, and other required documentation, and maintain professional communication with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
• Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• A state, county, or city‑issued security‑related 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

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.