Armed Security Officer - Roving Patrol

Armed Security Officer - Roving Patrol at Allied Universal summary:

Armed Security Officer - Roving Patrol performs armed foot and vehicle patrols at a manufacturing/industrial site to deter unauthorized activity, control access, respond to alarms and incidents, and document observations. The role requires 3+ years combined law enforcement/military/security experience or a college degree, weapons licensing as required, background and drug screening, and participation in security training. Position is full-time with daytime shifts, offers benefits, paid training, and career growth opportunities through Allied Universal.

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 Roving Patrol in 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 conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, maintain a high-visibility presence that helps to deter security-related incidents, and support access control and badging as needed. You will respond to alarms, document observations, and communicate clearly with site leaders and visitors. Allied Universal is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture that puts people first and delivers through teamwork with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PMTue02:00 PM - 10:00 PMWed02:00 PM - 10:00 PMThur02:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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 staff, contractors, and/or visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an industrial manufacturing location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications, documenting actions taken, and coordinating with on-site management and/or public responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of production areas, warehouses, parking areas, and perimeter lines to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access through gates, docks, and other controlled entry points by verifying identification, authorizations, and delivery documentation, and directing individuals to the appropriate check-in process.
• Complete detailed shift activity reports, incident reports, and patrol documentation, and communicate observations and equipment concerns to Allied Universal supervision and/or site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Military/Security Experience OR a College Degree.
• Be at least 21+ Years of Age.
• Access Control/Badge Experience is preferred.
• Customer Service Experience is preferred.
• An Armed Guard Card/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.

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:

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:

Requisition ID

2026-1529902

Keywords:

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