Security Guard - Armed Patrol

Overview

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. 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.

Location: St. Louis, MO

Allied Universal is hiring Security Officers who are motivated to grow into an armed role within six months. This position offers a clear advancement path, allowing you to begin in an unarmed capacity and increase your earnings upon successful completion of armed certification requirements.

• Starting Pay: $18.93 / Hour (Unarmed)
• Increased Pay: $20.55 / Hour (Upon becoming armed within 6 months)

Full Time

$18.93 / Hour

• Mon 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Tue 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Fri 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Sat 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Sun 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate for an armed patrol post at a chemical and petrochemical location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, production areas, parking areas, and perimeter zones to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorizations, and report suspicious behavior, restricted area violations, and/or policy concerns to site management.
• Support emergency and evacuation procedures, assist with preliminary incident reporting, and maintain a visible presence that helps deter disruptions at the location.

• Have at least 1 year of security‑related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license, as required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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.

• 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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