Security Officer - Flex Armed Substation Patrol-Driver

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 - Flex Armed Substation Patrol-Driver in Jacksonville, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a critical utilities location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, stay highly visible, and respond to incidents with clear communication and professional customer service. This is a driving and armed post, supporting security-related operations by reporting hazards, documenting activity, and helping to reduce disruptions. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, people-first, and driven by integrity and teamwork.

Position Type: Flex

Pay Rate: $18.25 / 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to onsite personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including fire and intrusion alarms, suspicious activity, and requests for assistance.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of utility facilities, parking areas, access roads, and perimeter fencing, with working environments and conditions varying by location.
• Monitor and control access at gates and entry points by checking identification, managing visitor sign-in, and coordinating access with authorized site contacts.
• Operate and monitor security-related systems such as cameras, alarm panels, and access control systems, and report unusual activity per site procedures.
• Perform vehicle and/or bag inspections when authorized and required by site policy, and document findings per procedure.
• Carry and maintain issued equipment and firearms per Allied Universal and location requirements, including completing required training, inspections, and post checks.
• Write detailed reports of daily activities, patrol observations, and incidents, and complete required logs and electronic documentation.
• Communicate with site operations, supervisors, and local emergency responders as directed, providing clear updates and requesting support when needed.
• Support protection of critical utility infrastructure by identifying and reporting hazards, damage, unauthorized access indicators, and policy violations to appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 1+ years of armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Have an Armed Guard Card and/or license.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma and/or GED as required by the client.
• Be at least 21+ years of age.
• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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.