Armed Security Officer - Patrol

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.

As a  
** Armed*
* ** Security Officer - Patrol
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** Wilmington, NC** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an armed patrol officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will make routine rounds, support access control and badge processes, and respond to security-related concerns with clear communication and customer service. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver's license under AU driver policy requirements.

You will bring Allied Universal's agile, reliable, and innovative approach to a caring, people-first team that delivers through teamwork and acts with integrity.

** Position Type:
Full Time*
* ** Pay Rate: $19.75 / Hour*
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* Job Schedule:

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* ** Day*
* ** Time*
* Thur
12:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Fri
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Sat
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Sun
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

** Why Join Us:*
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** Smart Tools:
** Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.

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** Career Growth:
** Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.

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** Financial and

Health Benefits:

** Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.

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** Exclusive Perks:
** Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

** What You'll Do:*
* + Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an industrial manufacturing location.

+ Carry and maintain issued firearm and related equipment in accordance with Allied Universal policies, post orders, and applicable laws, including proper weapon handling, retention practices, and required documentation.

+ Conduct regular and random armed patrols of production areas, warehouses, yards, loading docks, parking areas, and the perimeter to help identify suspicious activity, hazards, and/or policy violations; working environments and conditions may vary by site.

+ Monitor access control points and security-related systems such as cameras and alarm panels, verify credentials as required, and document entries, deliveries, and/or contractor activity per site procedures.

+ Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, provide timely notifications to site leadership and/or emergency services, and complete detailed incident reports and shift logs.

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* Minimum Requirements:

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* + Have 3+ years combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience OR a college degree.

+ Be 21+ years of age.

+ A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.

+ Access control and badge experience is preferred.

+ An Armed Guard Card and/or license 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.

** 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…