Enhanced Security Armed Driver

Allied Universal • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an Enhanced Security Armed Driver for a retail grocery location in Houston, Texas. The role provides customer service while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities. The position has a designated weekly anchor shift requiring a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. The stated schedule is Monday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM. The role is described as part-time, with the possibility of building up to 40 hours per week by taking additional shifts.

The armed driver patrols sales floors, entrances, parking areas, loading docks, and the surrounding perimeter; monitors activity and access points; reports suspicious behavior and hazards; responds to incidents and alarms; and prepares security documentation. Applicants are subject to background investigation and drug screening as permitted by law and must participate in industry-specific security training.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or at least 5 years of armed security-related experience.
• Valid driver’s license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Texas Level III Armed Certification.
• At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a background investigation, subject to applicable laws.
• Drug screening, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, customers, and employees at a retail grocery location while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of sales floors, entrances, parking areas, loading docks, and the surrounding perimeter to help deter theft, trespassing, and other unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and customer and employee activity, and report suspicious behavior, hazards, and policy violations to appropriate site contacts and/or law enforcement.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally while following post orders and armed post procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain required documentation for incidents, patrols, and daily security activities.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more.
• Paid training programs.
• Flexible scheduling and access to a shift-claiming platform.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED