Security Officer Armed

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 in Effingham, SC
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol officer at a dynamic location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help to deter security‑related incidents, and support people with outstanding communication and customer service. In this role, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a caring approach to every interaction while contributing to a reliable, agile, and innovative environment.

Position Type
:
Full Time

Pay Rate
: $18.90 / Hour

Job Schedule
:
Mon 11:00 PM – 07:00 AM;
Thur 03:00 PM – 11:00 PM;
Fri 03:00 PM – 11:00 PM;
Sat 07:00 AM – 03:00 PM

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and/or emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and/or actions taken according to site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, remaining prepared for varied working environments and conditions.
• Serve in an armed post, carrying authorized equipment in accordance with site requirements and Allied Universal guidelines while helping to deter unwanted activity.

• Have at least 1 year of armed security‑related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card/license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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: