Security Officer Armed

Allied Universal•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Armed Security Officer Perimeter Patrol in Jacksonville, Florida, serving a utilities location. The officer will help safeguard the site through armed patrols, access monitoring, incident response, and professional customer service. The role is scheduled for daytime shifts: Monday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thursday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, and Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. The pay rate is $20.45 per hour. Applicants must have at least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience, be at least 21 years old, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is contingent on a background investigation and a drug screen to the extent permitted by law. Employees must participate in industry-specific security training. Licensing requirements may apply under state or local law, and a valid driver’s license is required only for driving positions.

Requirements

At least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable law.
Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Licensing requirements may apply under state and/or local laws and regulations.
A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience.
Armed guard card or license.
Access control or badge experience.
Comfort using a computer or tablet.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and utility customers by following site-specific security procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
Respond professionally to incidents, alarms, access concerns, and critical situations; notify appropriate personnel and document activities according to site procedures.
Conduct regular and random armed patrols of utility facilities, buildings, parking areas, substations, equipment areas, and perimeter locations.
Monitor access points, verify credentials as assigned, and help control entry for authorized personnel, visitors, contractors, and delivery vehicles.
Prepare accurate reports about incidents, patrols, observations, and unusual conditions, and communicate relevant information to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.