Security Guard - Armed Patrol 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 Guard - Armed Patrol Driver in Elizabeth City, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government corrections location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. This post requires an armed guard card or license and a valid driver’s license under AU Driver Policy requirements for mobile response and site support. You will provide clear communication, strong customer service, and act with integrity as part of a reliable team.

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 staff, visitors, and/or contractors by following site-specific security-related procedures and government facility policies, and by supporting emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas, making observations that help to deter unauthorized activity and reporting unusual conditions.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, medical calls, and/or fire alarms, and request law enforcement and/or medical assistance as directed by post orders.
• Control access at designated points by verifying identification, screening visitors and/or vehicles, maintaining visitor logs, and following procedures for restricted areas and controlled items.
• Complete required reports and documentation such as incident reports, patrol logs, and chain of custody records, and communicate status updates to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

• An armed guard card/license is required.
• A minimum of 6 months of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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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