Security Officer Full Time Armed Protective Patrol

AUS; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Armed Protective Patrol in Newport News, VA to safeguard clients across manufacturing and industrial sites. You will conduct routine armed patrols, deter incidents, and deliver excellent customer service.

The schedule includes DayTime shifts with multiple hourly blocks; pay rate is $25.00/hour and requires an Armed Guard Card/License, HS diploma, and background check; CPR certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver courteous customer service in a security environment.
• Ability to conduct regular and random armed patrols.
• Excellent communication and observation skills to report incidents clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and personnel by carrying out site-specific security procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, production areas, parking areas, access points, and property perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access, verify credentials as required, and report unusual conditions or policy violations per site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional manner following armed post procedures.
• Complete accurate activity logs, incident reports, and patrol documentation with professional communication to site contacts and responders.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Clear communication

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 Full Time Armed Protective Patrol in Newport News, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an Armed Security Officer in a manufacturing and industrial location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide outstanding customer service. You will communicate clearly with personnel and visitors while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:DayTimeMon08:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur08:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 04:00 PMSat08:00 AM - 04:00 PMSun08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and personnel by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, production areas, parking areas, access points, and the property perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to the location, verify credentials as required, and report unusual conditions, suspicious activity, and policy violations in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established armed post procedures.
• Complete accurate activity logs, incident reports, and patrol documentation while maintaining professional communication with site contacts and emergency responders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• CPR Certification 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1729294