Security Officer - Armed Substation Patrol
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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Armed Substation Patrol in Windsor, CT , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a utilities location, you will conduct routine patrols and remain highly visible, helping to deter security-related incidents while providing strong customer service and clear communication. You will respond to alarms and calls for service, document activity, and collaborate with site teams to support smooth operations. Join a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that delivers through teamwork and acts with integrity.
Requirements
- Possess an armed guard card and/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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to visitors, vendors, and personnel by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, facility policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a utilities location.
- Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications to site leadership and/or public responders as directed by post orders.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, perimeter routes, and critical infrastructure areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify hazards, abnormal conditions, and/or policy violations.
- Control access points by verifying credentials, monitoring vehicle and pedestrian traffic, screening deliveries as required, and maintaining accurate visitor and/or contractor logs.
- Complete detailed incident reports, shift activity logs, and patrol documentation, and follow Allied Universal and site requirements for armed post conduct, equipment accountability, and use of force reporting.
Benefits
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
