Security Officer Armed Mobile Patrol

Allied Universal • Bridgeport, PA

4d • 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 Mobile Patrol in Norristown, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor access points, and respond to security-related concerns. You will deliver exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that acts with integrity.

Requirements

• Candidates must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
• Candidates must possess a minimum of one year of relevant security experience.
• Candidates applying for positions in Pennsylvania must have completed the Act 235 qualification.
• Candidates must demonstrate experience with access control systems and badge management.
• Candidates should possess basic computer skills and be comfortable using a computer or tablet for daily tasks.
• Candidates must have prior customer service experience.
• Candidates should be physically capable of lifting and carrying items weighing up to 20 pounds as part of their job responsibilities.
• Candidates applying for positions that require the use of firearms must possess a valid firearms permit.
• 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.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• A valid firearms permit is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or contractors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a technology and communications operations location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following site procedures and Allied Universal requirements.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials, document visitor and contractor activity, and report security-related concerns to appropriate site contacts.
• Maintain required armed-post qualifications and equipment in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements, and company and site policies.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.

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