Security Officer - Armed Patrol

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 Patrol in Ladson, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal at a high-tech manufacturing and industrial location as an armed patrol officer, monitoring and patrolling assigned areas to help reduce security-related incidents. You will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible, and respond to concerns with clear communication and customer service. Bring integrity and teamwork to every shift in a caring culture that values agile, reliable, and innovative professionals.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Operate as an armed patrol officer in accordance with Allied Universal post orders and applicable laws and/or regulations, including maintaining appropriate readiness and control of issued equipment.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting observations and actions taken according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of production areas, warehouses, offices, parking areas, and the facility perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity.
• Control access points by verifying identification, monitoring deliveries and contractor activity, and reporting maintenance or security-related hazards and/or irregular conditions through established channels.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 1+ years' armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Have 1+ years of security experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• This is primarily a driving post.
• Access control and/or badge 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.

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.

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