Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; Taylorsville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools access

Career growth opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Basic life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol Driver in Taylorsville, NC. You will protect clients across government locations and conduct armed patrols while providing professional customer service.

A valid driver’s license, an armed guard card or license, and a high school diploma or equivalent are required. This full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for training and growth.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required per policy.
• Armed guard card or license preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• Background check in line with federal/state/local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and the public while following procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and restricted areas and document observations.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and disturbances calmly and professionally.
• Monitor access points and direct authorized personnel and visitors.
• Prepare activity logs and incident reports; communicate during shift changes.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Observation/reporting

Incident response

Patrols

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Armed guard 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.

As a Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol Driver in Taylorsville, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Professional supporting a government corrections location. You will conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional customer service and communication. This driving post requires a valid driver's license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements. Bring integrity, reliability, and a teamwork-focused approach to a role where people come first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or members of the public while carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities at a government corrections location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, parking locations, and restricted areas, documenting observations and reporting unusual conditions.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and applicable procedures.
• Monitor access points and screen or direct authorized personnel and visitors in accordance with facility requirements; report unauthorized access attempts or policy concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Prepare accurate activity logs, incident reports, and other required documentation, and communicate relevant information during shift changes.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• An armed guard card or 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.