Security Officer Armed Route Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal in Marion, NC is seeking a Security Officer Armed Route Patrol Driver. You will conduct armed patrols, deter incidents, and provide superior customer service while maintaining a visible, secure presence.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license, high school diploma or equivalent, and a background check with drug screening. This full-time role offers evening shifts and a pay rate of $21.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Armed Guard Card/License preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation will be conducted.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Participate in security training programs.
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local laws.
• Valid driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel following site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and emergencies in a calm, professional manner.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and access points.
• Monitor restricted areas, verify credentials, and document activities.
• Maintain equipment and complete required reports and communications.

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 Route Patrol Driver in Marion, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government corrections location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security‑related incidents, respond to situations with professionalism, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. This driving post requires a valid driver's license and offers the opportunity to work with an agile, reliable, innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.50 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Mon: 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM
• Tue: 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sun: 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to facility staff, visitors, and authorized personnel by carrying out site‑specific procedures, access‑control policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, and access points to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, or policy concerns.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as directed, and document visitor activity, incidents, and patrol observations in accordance with site requirements.
• Maintain assigned equipment and complete required reports, logs, and communications while supporting a professional, orderly correctional government facility environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• An Armed Guard Card/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.

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.