Security Officer Armed Patrol Driver

Allied Universal • Brownsville, FL

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 Driver in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to evolving situations. This driving role combines customer service, clear communication, and sound judgment while supporting a secure environment. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Requirements

• An armed guard card or license is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A DD214 with an honorable discharge, an associate degree or 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate 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.
• 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

• A guard card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while carrying out site-specific procedures, security-related policies, and emergency response activities at government facilities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and public agencies as needed.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials when required, and document observations, incidents, and patrol activity in accordance with site procedures.
• Carry and maintain authorized equipment, including a firearm, in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements, Allied Universal policies, and site-specific procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and 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 only paid out where required by law)
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through our perks program.

What This Job Offers

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