Security Officer - Armed Afternoon

Allied Universal • Lynchburg, VA

3d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Mobile Armed Patrol in Lynchburg, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, 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 in a manufacturing and industrial location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will support access control, respond to concerns, and communicate clearly with onsite teams and visitors while delivering strong customer service. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity and teamwork to a caring culture that values agility, reliability, and innovation.

Requirements

• Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• An armed guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to site personnel and visitors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities within a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of production areas, warehouses, parking areas, and perimeter fencing to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify hazards or irregular conditions.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and/or public emergency services as needed.
• Control access at designated points, verify credentials, monitor vehicle and foot traffic, and maintain visitor and contractor logs in accordance with site procedures.
• Carry and maintain assigned firearm and related equipment in compliance with Allied Universal policies, client requirements, and all applicable laws, and complete timely incident reports and daily activity documentation.

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.

What This Job Offers

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