Security Professional - Armed Patrol at Allied Universal Salinas, CA

Security Professional
- Armed Patrol job at Allied Universal. Salinas, CA. Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more for most full‑time positions!

As a Security Professional
- Armed Patrol in Salinas, CA
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government. In this role, you will monitor and patrol designated areas within a government facility, helping to deter security‑related incidents and maintaining a secure environment for all occupants. As this is an armed post, you will be responsible for carrying out your duties with professionalism and integrity.

You will remain visible throughout your shift, conduct routine patrols, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. Our team values agility, reliability, and innovation, and we foster a caring culture that puts people first while working collaboratively to address any security‑related concerns that may arise.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.00 / Hour

• Mon 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
• Tue 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
• Wed 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
• Thu 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

• A valid Armed Guard Card/License is required.
• California Security Professional Guard Card is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A valid Guard Card/License is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• 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.

• Health insurance and 401(k) plans for full‑time positions.
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals.
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues, and much more.

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 any other basis protected by law.