Security Officer Armed Overnight Weekdays
Listed on 2026-09-24
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Security
Site Security, Armed Security, Security Officer
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 DescriptionAs a Security Officer Armed Patrol Specialist 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 Security Professional at a manufacturing and industrial location. You will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to alarms, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. Bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first mindset to support a professional, reliable environment.
Position Type:
Full Time
Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
Day Time Mon
12:00 AM - 08:00 AMTue
12:00 AM - 08:00 AMWed
12:00 AM - 08:00 AMThur
12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
- Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, production areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity, access concerns, and hazards.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and reporting requirements.
- Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify credentials as required, and maintain accurate logs and incident documentation.
- Maintain readiness and responsible handling of assigned equipment in accordance with applicable laws, training, and Allied Universal policies.
- Be a graduate of a Law Enforcement or Military Police Training Program or equivalent.
- Alarm panel experience is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Baton certification 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.
- 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:
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