Security Officer Armed Perimeter Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; Taylorsville (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Basic life and AD&D insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Armed Perimeter Patrol Driver in Taylorsville, NC. The role requires patrolling assigned areas, maintaining a visible presence, and responding to security concerns with professionalism.

The position is full-time with a daytime schedule; a valid driver’s license is required, and an armed guard card is preferred. Allied Universal emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and community impact in its culture.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Background investigation in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen required as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to facility staff, visitors, and the public while following site procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and access points to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor and control entry points, verify credentials, and report unauthorized access or policy violations.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and disturbances in a calm, professional manner and notify appropriate responders when needed.
• Prepare clear reports and logs of patrols, incidents, observations, and security activities.

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 Perimeter Patrol Driver in Taylorsville, NC, 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 vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. This driving position requires a valid driver’s license. You will provide outstanding customer service and communication while reflecting Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, caring, teamwork-focused, and integrity-driven culture.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$21.50 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon05:45 AM - 06:00 PMTue05:45 AM - 06:00 PMSun05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to facility staff, visitors, and members of the public while carrying out site‑specific procedures, access‑control requirements, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, parking locations, and access points to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor and control entry and exit at designated access points, verify credentials as required, and report unauthorized access attempts or policy violations.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and emergency responders when needed.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain required logs regarding patrols, incidents, observations, and security‑related activities in a correctional government facility.

Minimum Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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.

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