Security Officer Armed Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Troy (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Benefits Package

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Armed Patrol in Troy, NC to protect clients across government and other sectors. The role emphasizes routine armed patrols, visible security presence, and professional customer service.

The position pays $21.50 per hour with a full-time schedule. Duties include responding to incidents, patrolling assigned areas, and documenting activities while adhering to site policies and security procedures.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• A valid firearms permit 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.
• Must pass background check.
• Drug screen may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, residents, visitors, and contractors by carrying out security procedures and policies.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations calmly and professionally; communicate observations to appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, access points, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor and control access to restricted areas; verify credentials as required.
• Prepare accurate reports and complete required documentation for patrols and incidents.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Observation skills

Conflict de-escalation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Armed guard card

Firearms permit

Driver's license

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 Patrol in Troy, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional customer service. This driving position offers the opportunity to support a caring, people-first culture while delivering reliable service through teamwork, integrity, agility, and innovation.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon05:45 PM - 06:00 AMTue05:45 PM - 06:00 AMWed05:45 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, residents, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a correctional government location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; communicate observations and concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor and control access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and maintain awareness of individuals entering and leaving the location.
• Prepare accurate reports and complete required documentation regarding patrols, incidents, observations, and/or access-control activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A valid firearms permit 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.