Security Guard Armed Patrol

Allied Universal North Americas 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.

Security Officer (Path to Armed) Up to $20.55 / Hour

Location: St. Louis MO

Allied Universal is hiring Security Officers who are motivated to grow into an armed role within six months. This position offers a clear advancement path allowing you to begin in an unarmed capacity and increase your earnings upon successful completion of armed certification requirements.

Pay That Grows With You

• Starting Pay: $18.93 / Hour(Unarmed)
• Increased Pay: $20.55 / Hour (Upon becoming armed within 6 months)

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.93 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What Youll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees contractors and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures site-specific policies and/or emergency response activities appropriate for an armed patrol post at a chemical and petrochemical location.
• Respond to incidents alarms and critical situations in a calm problem-solving manner documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings production areas parking areas and perimeter zones to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points verify credentials and/or visitor authorizations and report suspicious behavior restricted area violations and/or policy concerns to site management.
• Support emergency and evacuation procedures assist with preliminary incident reporting and maintain a visible presence that helps to deter disruptions at the location.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license as required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid drivers license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Customer service experience 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 drivers 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.

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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