Armed Security Officer

Position: Armed Security Officer Multiple Shifts
As a  
** Security Officer Armed Patrol
** in  
** Lynchburg, VA** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support access control activities. This role combines patrol duties with strong customer service and communication, offering the chance to work with a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity.

** Position Type:
Full Time*
* ** Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour*
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* Job Schedule:

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* ** Day*
* ** Time*
* Wed
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Thur
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Fri
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Sat
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Sun
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

** What You'll Do:*
* + Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.

+ Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and/or first responders as needed.

+ Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout production areas, shipping and receiving zones, parking areas, and the exterior perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or suspicious behavior.

+ Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor access, and report policy violations, hazards, and unusual conditions in accordance with post orders.

+ Support access control, vehicle inspections, and incident reporting functions while maintaining visible presence and professionalism in a fast-paced industrial environment.

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* Minimum Requirements:

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* + Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.

+ Be at least 21 years of age.

+ Customer service experience is preferred.

+ Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

+ 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:*
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** Smart Tools:
** Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.

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** Career Growth:
** Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.

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** Financial and

Health Benefits:

** Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.

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** Exclusive Perks:
** Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

** Job :*
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* Location:

** United States-Virginia-Lynchburg

** Job Category:
** Security Officer, Armed Security