Security Officer - Armed Night 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 Security Officer - Armed Night Patrol in Newport News, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal at a manufacturing and industrial location as an armed patrol officer, monitoring and patrolling assigned areas to help identify and reduce security-related concerns. You will conduct routine rounds, maintain a visible presence, respond to incidents, and document observations while delivering clear communication and customer service. Bring reliability, agility, and integrity as you support a caring, people-first team that works together to protect operations.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, drivers, and visitors by following site-specific security-related procedures, post orders, and access requirements at an industrial location.
• Conduct regular and random armed foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, production areas, parking lots, and perimeter points, looking for conditions that may help to deter unauthorized activity and/or property loss.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and emergency responders as needed.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and/or authorization, manage visitor check-in, and document deliveries and contractor activity in accordance with site policies.
• Complete detailed incident reports, patrol logs, and shift documentation, escalating maintenance concerns, hazards, and/or policy issues through the established chain of command.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• CPR certification 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 relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.