Security Officer - Armed Industrial Patrols

Security Officer - Armed Industrial Patrols

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 - Armed Industrial Patrols in Portsmouth, VA
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part‑Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will conduct routine patrols and remain highly visible to help deter security‑related incidents.

This armed position requires you to deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining a strong presence throughout the site.

Position Type
Part Time

Pay Rate
$17.50 / Hour

Job Schedule
Mon 11:00 PM – 07:00 AM
Sat 11:00 PM – 07:00 AM
Sun 11:00 PM – 07:00 AM

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 Benefits:
  
  Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks:
  Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You’ll Do

• Carry out security-related procedures and site-specific policies as directed by Allied Universal, providing customer service to clients and visitors at the location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, utilizing training and judgment to address situations as they arise.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the manufacturing and industrial location, including the business interior and perimeter, to help deter unwanted activity.
• Monitor access points and control entry and exit of personnel, vehicles, and/or deliveries, maintaining awareness of surroundings at all times.
• Report any irregularities, suspicious activity, or security‑related concerns to the appropriate Allied Universal personnel and/or client contacts.
• Assist with emergency response activities, such as evacuations or medical incidents, following established protocols for the location.
• Document all activities, incidents, and observations in accordance with Allied Universal and client requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• 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.

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:

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