Security Officer Armed Patrol Operations

Allied Universal • Jacksonville, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Operations in Jacksonville, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a utilities location, you will conduct routine patrols, monitor assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support access control activities. You will communicate professionally with employees and visitors while responding to security-related concerns with integrity and teamwork. Join Allied Universal’s caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team, where your experience helps protect critical operations.

Requirements

• Possess at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and utility customers while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of utility facilities, substations, administrative buildings, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and document visitor, contractor, vehicle, and delivery activity in accordance with site requirements.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with appropriate site personnel and emergency responders as needed.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, patrol logs, and daily activity documentation, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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