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 Response in Newport News, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to alarms and unusual activity with calm professionalism. You will document observations, support access control as needed, and deliver strong customer service through clear communication and teamwork. This post requires an armed guard card and/or license.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon04:00 PM - 12:00 AMThur04:00 PM - 12:00 AMFri04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSat08:00 AM - 04:00 PMSun04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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 clients and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to an industrial location.Conduct regular and random armed patrols of production areas, warehouses, loading docks, parking areas, and the exterior perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify hazards or policy concerns.Monitor access points, verify identification and/or authorization for visitors, contractors, and deliveries, and follow vehicle and foot-traffic control procedures as required by post orders.Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and local emergency services when needed.Complete detailed reports of incidents, patrol observations, and unusual activity, and communicate status updates to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.CPR certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.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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