Security Officer - Armed Patrol Unit

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 Unit in Saint Louis, MO
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal at a fast‑paced manufacturing and industrial location as an armed patrol officer. You will conduct routine patrols across buildings and grounds, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security‑related incidents, and support access control with professional communication. Bring strong customer service, clear reporting, and a calm, integrity‑driven approach while partnering with site teams to keep daily operations running smoothly.

Full Time

$24.00 / Hour

• Tue: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Wed: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Thur: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Fri: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sat: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

• 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.

• Provide customer service to clients by following security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at an industrial manufacturing location.
• Conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrols of production areas, warehouses, parking areas, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify hazards or suspicious conditions.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, including de‑escalation, coordination with site contacts, and timely notification of law enforcement and/or emergency services as directed.
• Control access for employees, contractors, and deliveries by verifying identification, monitoring entry and exit points, and documenting visitor and vehicle activity per site procedures.
• Complete clear, accurate reports and logs, including incident reports, patrol observations, and shift activity, and communicate updates to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.

• A minimum of 1 year of armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience is required.
• An armed guard card and/or license is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• This is primarily a driving post.
• 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:

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