Security Officer - Armed Plant 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 - Armed Plant Patrol Driver in Ladson, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a 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 at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, stay visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and support clear communication with teams on site. This post requires an armed guard card and a valid driver's license, offering opportunities to respond professionally, build trust through customer service, and deliver through teamwork while acting with integrity in a caring, people-first culture.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $24.25 / 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 personnel and visitors by carrying out site-specific policies, security-related procedures, and/or emergency response activities.
• Maintain an armed post in accordance with licensing, training, and post orders while using professional communication and sound judgment.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout industrial buildings, production areas, parking areas, and perimeter lines to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify hazards or irregular conditions.
• Control access at designated entry points by checking identification, issuing visitor credentials, and directing deliveries to approved locations per site procedures.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and other security-related systems, and report unusual activity, maintenance issues, and/or policy violations through the appropriate channels.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including supporting medical, fire, and/or facility response teams as directed by post orders.
• Complete detailed reports on daily activities, incidents, and observations, and maintain required logs and documentation.
• Perform vehicle and/or pedestrian screening as assigned, including inspecting packages or cargo areas when authorized by site policy.
• Provide escorts for authorized personnel, visitors, and/or contractors within restricted or controlled areas when required.
• Communicate and coordinate with supervisors, client representatives, and local public responders as needed while following Allied Universal protocols and site-specific procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• - Have 1+ years' armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• - Have 1+ years of security experience.
• - Possess an armed guard card/license.
• - Be 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.
• 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.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

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.