Security Officer Armed Patrol Operations

Overview

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.

Pay Rate

Job Description

As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Operations in Tampa, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer supporting a dynamic food and beverage location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. This role offers the opportunity to apply your armed experience while working with a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, caring, and committed to integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 02:00 PMSat06:00 AM - 02:00 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, drivers, and vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a food and beverage distribution location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facility grounds, parking areas, loading docks, production-adjacent areas, and perimeter access points to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for personnel, contractors, and delivery drivers entering restricted areas in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; document observations and notify appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders as directed.
• Maintain professional readiness and properly handle assigned equipment in accordance with Allied Universal policies, applicable laws, and site requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Possess at least 6 months of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• X-Ray screening experience is preferred.
• 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.

Why Join Us:

• 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

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