Security Officer - Armed Position - Overnight Shift

Allied Universal; Trenton (OH); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Trenton, OH is seeking an Armed Security Officer for overnight shifts. You will provide customer service, perform access control, respond to incidents, and patrol facilities to deter unauthorized activity. The role requires an armed guard card and at least 6 months of armed security experience.

You must be 21+, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and pass a background check and drug screen. This full-time position offers benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Armed guard card or license required.
• At least 6 months armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Valid driver’s license in accordance with policy requirements.
• Be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen as required by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply; driver’s license required for driving roles only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors following site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and unusual activity; document observations and report concerns.
• Conduct regular and random patrols through production, warehouse, parking, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor entrances/exits and verify credentials, log visitor activity, and support traffic flow.
• Support asset protection and loss prevention by observing operations and communicating with local leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Incident response

Patrols

Access control

Observation/reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Security Officer - Armed Position - Overnight Shift, Trenton, OH

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.

Position Details

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Thur: 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Fri: 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sat: 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sun: 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out site‑specific procedures, access‑related activities, and when appropriate, emergency response support.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or unusual activity in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and reporting concerns according to site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout production, warehouse, parking, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential security‑related concerns.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and/or receiving areas while verifying credentials, logging visitor activity, and supporting traffic flow at the location.
• Support asset protection and loss prevention efforts by observing site operations, reporting policy violations, and communicating with local leadership regarding security‑related issues.

Minimum Requirements

• An armed guard card and/or license is required.
• A minimum of 6 months of armed security‑related, law enforcement, and/or military experience is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.