Security Officer Armed Vehicle Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation after one year

Employee perks discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Armed Vehicle Patrol Driver in Miami, FL to protect clients across government facilities and other sites. The role requires an armed guard card, valid driver’s license, and strong customer service, with a schedule reflecting a full-time commitment and a minimum of 30 hours weekly.

You will perform patrols, respond to incidents, monitor access, and maintain logs, while upholding Allied Universal values of integrity, teamwork, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Armed guard card/license is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Possess an associate degree or 60 college credits, police or corrections academy certificates is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Background check and drug screen will be conducted per policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while following site procedures and access-control protocols.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, suspicious activity, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeters to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points, verify authorization, and maintain logs and reports as required.
• Maintain readiness of equipment and comply with laws, licensing, and company policies during armed duties.

Skills

Customer service

Security awareness

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or 60 college credits

Police academy certificate

Corrections academy certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Armed guard card/license

Valid driver’s license

Handcuffs

Pepper spray

Baton

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 Vehicle Patrol Driver in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer supporting a government 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 requires an armed guard card/license and a valid driver’s license. You will provide outstanding customer service and communication while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, caring, team‑focused, and integrity-driven values.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$22.26 / Hour

Job Schedule

This is a full‑time position. You can expect to work a minimum of 30 hours per week. The schedule for this position has not been assigned yet. If you are selected to move forward, your schedule will be determined as you progress through the hiring, onboarding, and training process. Your manager will work with you to assign a schedule based on business needs before your start date.

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while carrying out site‑specific procedures, access‑control protocols, and emergency response activities at government facilities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, suspicious activity, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and public agencies as directed by post orders.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security‑related concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify authorization for entry, observe visitor and vehicle activity, and maintain required logs and reports in accordance with site procedures.
• Maintain readiness of assigned equipment and follow all applicable laws, licensing requirements, post orders, and Allied Universal policies while performing armed duties.

Minimum Requirements

• An armed guard card or license is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Possess a DD214 with an honorable discharge, an associate degree or 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
• Handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton experience 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

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full‑time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real‑time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through our perks program.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

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.