Security Officer - Armed Driver Response

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 Driver Response in San Jose, CA, 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 transit location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, remain highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to alarms and calls for service. This is an armed, driving post, supporting a professional public-facing environment through clear communication, detailed reporting, and respectful customer service. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, people-first, and grounded in integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.34 / 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 employees, visitors, and/or passengers by following post orders, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Carry and maintain assigned equipment in accordance with licensing requirements, Allied Universal policies, and site-specific procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating with supervisors and/or local public agencies as directed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, transit areas, parking lots, and perimeter zones; document unusual activity and help to deter unauthorized access.
• Complete required reports and logs, including incident documentation, patrol activity, and security-related observations, and communicate status updates via radio and/or phone.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A minimum of 1+ years armed security/law enforcement/military experience is required.
• An armed guard card/license is required.
• Be at least 21+ years of age.
• A 40 caliber endorsement is required.
• 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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices. PPO14417