Security Officer Flex Armed Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company in North America, seeks a Security Officer Flex Armed Patrol Driver in Metairie, LA. You will patrol sites, monitor access, and respond to incidents, earning $17.50 per hour with varied, irregular shifts.

Ideal candidates are 21+ with an armed guard card/license, a high school diploma, and reliable transportation. Expect travel to multiple sites and ongoing security training as you grow with the company.

Qualifications

• Availability to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights and weekends.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Armed guard card or license required.
• Valid driver’s license required per policy.
• Last‑minute shift scheduling may occur.
• Travel required to various sites as needed.
• Must be 21+ years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check conducted per laws.
• Applicants with criminal histories may be considered.
• Drug screen required as permitted by law.
• Participate in security training programs.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols on foot or in vehicle.
• Observe and report irregular or hazardous conditions.
• Sound alarms or summon police/fire department when needed.
• Warn violators of violations and monitor entrances/exits.
• Control access for authorized personnel and monitor property.
• Prepare incident reports and maintain logs.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors courteously.
• Make emergency notifications as required by site post orders.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Reliable transportation

Multilingual (optional)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Armed guard card/license

Valid driver’s license

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.

The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, finance, retail, and more. Join our world-class team and take the next step in your career with a role that offers hands‑on experience, diverse work environments, and the opportunity to build a strong foundation with a leader in the security industry.

In this role, you can expect to work 30–40 hours per week, offering steady income and opportunities for growth. Your schedule will vary week to week, based on a combination of manager‑assigned shifts and those you pick up through our Earn More, Claim‑A‑Shift self‑scheduling program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments will change regularly, making this an ideal opportunity for individuals who are adaptable, dependable, and ready to take on new challenges. Please note that you will be assigned to work irregular shifts with little to no advance notice to support client needs.

As a Security Officer Flex Armed Patrol Driver in Metairie, LA, you’ll expand your skillset, gain exposure to a variety of sites, and position yourself for advancement within the company. This is more than just a job—it’s a pathway to a long‑term career.

Pay Rate: $17.50 / Hour

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

Basic Qualifications:

• Be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Be available for last‑minute shift scheduling.
• Be able to travel required distances.
• 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.

Other Related Attributes That Would Enhance Hiring Consideration:

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience

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.