Security Officer Armed Patrol Driver

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Driver in Columbia, SC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a healthcare location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and support staff, patients, and visitors with outstanding customer service and communication. This armed, driving post offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while working with a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity and a people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.78 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon01:30 PM - 08:30 PMTue01:30 PM - 08:30 PMWed01:30 PM - 08:30 PMSat07:30 AM - 03:30 PMSun11:30 AM - 05:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate for a healthcare location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including situations that may require an armed presence in accordance with post orders and applicable regulations.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, parking areas, and perimeter locations, remaining aware of unusual activity and helping to deter unauthorized access and/or disruptive behavior.
• Monitor entrances, sensitive areas, and high-traffic spaces within the location, documenting observations and reporting security-related concerns, hazards, and/or policy violations to the appropriate personnel.
• Support access control and visitor management practices, assist with de-escalation when appropriate, and coordinate with site contacts and/or first responders during medical, behavioral, or other emergency events.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• An armed guard card and/or license is required.
• Proof of a high school diploma or GED is required by the client.
• At least 6 months of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience is required.
• 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.

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.

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:

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Requisition ID

2026-1640341