Security Officer - Armed Patrol Vehicle Driver

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 Vehicle Driver in Spruce Pine, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government corrections location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence, and respond to incidents with calm, clear communication. This is an armed, driving post requiring a valid driver's license and adherence to AU Driver Policy requirements. Guided by Allied Universal values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, care, and integrity, you will provide professional customer service while helping to support order and security-related operations.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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 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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to site staff and visitors by carrying out assigned armed post duties, security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter fencing to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify security-related concerns.
• Control access at gates, entrances, and secured areas by checking credentials, verifying authorization, and directing visitors according to site procedures.
• Monitor and respond to alarms, radios, cameras, and other systems as assigned, reporting irregular conditions per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, requesting law enforcement and/or medical assistance when appropriate.
• Maintain visible presence and professional demeanor while enforcing posted rules and site policies in a courteous, firm manner.
• Screen for prohibited items and/or contraband in accordance with site procedures, documenting findings and notifying appropriate site contacts.
• Assist with movement control and traffic control on facility grounds, including during shift changes, deliveries, and special events as directed.
• Write clear, timely reports including incident reports, daily activity logs, and shift handoffs, and maintain required documentation.
• Perform required checks of assigned equipment and maintain readiness of issued gear per policy, reporting damage and/or malfunctions promptly.
• Participate in required training, briefings, and drills, and follow use of force, weapons handling, and escalation guidelines consistent with post orders and applicable regulations.
• Communicate and coordinate with site staff and other Allied Universal personnel to relay security-related information and support operational needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• An armed guard card/license is preferred.
• 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: www.aus.com.

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