Armed Security Officer Full Time

Allied Universal • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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 Full Time in Antioch, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer supporting a utilities location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, respond to situations with professionalism, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. Bring your experience to a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• Possess at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using handcuffs, pepper spray, and a baton is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Possession of an armed guard card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to utility location personnel, visitors, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and documenting events according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, grounds, perimeter areas, access points, and critical utility infrastructure to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and report suspicious activity, hazards, or maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Complete accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, and other required documentation while following applicable post orders and armed patrol procedures.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED