Security Guard Armed Patrol Specialist

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.

As a Security Guard Armed Patrol Specialist in Charlotte, NC
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a financial institution location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. This role offers the chance to work in a caring, team-focused culture that values reliability, agility, innovation, and integrity while supporting a professional environment.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Wednesday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Thursday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Friday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Saturday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Sunday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients and staff while carrying out security-related procedures, location‑specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a financial services location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security‑related concerns through appropriate channels.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the location, including interior areas, exterior grounds, parking areas, and perimeter access points, helping to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor entry and exit activity, verify credentials and/or visitor access as directed by site procedures, and help to support a controlled environment for employees, customers, and contractors.
• Support emergency and medical response activities as appropriate, maintain awareness of surroundings, and communicate with local authorities and/or site contacts when needed.

• Possess a Certified Protection Officer certification.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• An armed guard card/license is preferred.
• 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.

• 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: