Security Officer Armed Reception Driver

Allied Universal; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts program

Career growth

Health benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Armed Reception Driver at a prominent aerospace/defense site in Linthicum Heights, MD. You will greet visitors, verify credentials, manage access, and support a secure environment while performing armed front-desk duties.

Key tasks include monitoring entry points, responding to incidents, and maintaining professional front-desk operations. A valid armed license and driver’s license are required, with growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of security-related experience.
• Armed guard card or license is required.
• Valid driver’s license required per policy.
• State/county/city security license preferred.
• Be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• Background check per laws.
• Drug screen as permitted by law.
• Industry-specific security training required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at a front desk while following security procedures.
• Manage visitor reception, verify IDs, notify hosts, issue credentials, and maintain access records.
• Monitor entry points and access-control systems from a fixed post and escalate issues per site rules.
• Respond calmly to incidents and alarms; coordinate with responders as needed.
• Maintain professional front-desk operations by handling phones, guiding visitors, and documenting security incidents.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk operations

Security procedures

Access control

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 Reception Driver in Linthicum Heights, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Armed Front Desk Officer at a leading aerospace and defense location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, verify credentials, and support a professional, secure environment. This driving post combines exceptional customer service, clear communication, and attention to security-related procedures. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide everything we do.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.42 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PMTue06:00 AM - 02:00 PMFri02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at a front desk within an aerospace and defense location while carrying out site-specific, security-related procedures and policies.
• Manage visitor reception activities, including verifying identification, coordinating host notifications, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining required access records.
• Monitor entry points, visitor activity, and access-control systems from a stationary post, escalating irregularities according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; communicate with appropriate personnel and support emergency response activities when needed.
• Maintain professional front-desk operations by answering phones, directing visitors, documenting security-related incidents, and helping to deter unauthorized access.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A state, county, or city-issued security 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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