Security Officer - Armed Patrol Driver DoD Security Clearance

Allied Universal; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal seeks an Armed Patrol Security Officer in Rancho Cordova, CA. The role combines customer service with security duties, patrolling facilities, and ensuring compliance with post procedures at an aerospace/defense site.

Qualified candidates must hold an armed guard card and an active DoD Secret Clearance, with a valid driver's license. The position is full-time with evening and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Armed guard card or license required.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance required.
• Valid driver’s license required per Allied Universal policy.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Background investigation conducted as a condition of employment.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors while following security procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas and perimeters, reporting unusual activity or hazards.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, maintain visitor and vehicle entry records, and report concerns.
• Respond calmly to incidents and notify site contacts and emergency responders as directed.
• Maintain armed post qualifications and accurate incident/daily activity reports.

Skills

Armed security experience

Customer service mindset

Documentation and reporting

Driving/vehicle operations

Observation and vigilance

Background check compliance

Drug screening compliance

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 Patrol Driver DoD Security Clearance in Rancho Cordova, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Armed Security Officer supporting a dynamic aerospace and defense location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to evolving situations. This driving post combines customer service, clear communication, and integrity while supporting critical operations. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture and teamwork put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.70 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Tue 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Sat 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Sun 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and policy violations.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, maintain visitor and vehicle entry records, and report access-related concerns in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and public emergency responders as directed.
• Maintain required armed post qualifications, carry assigned equipment in accordance with applicable laws and site procedures, and complete accurate incident and daily activity reports.

Minimum Requirements:

• An armed guard card or license is required.
• An active DoD Secret Clearance is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton is preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds 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.

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.