Armed Security Officer - Flex

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 Hospital Driver in Weslaco, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, 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 at a busy retail location, you will make routine patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and support guests and store teams with clear communication and customer service. This post requires a valid driver’s license in the job state and Level III Armed Certification for Texas roles. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team where caring, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Flex

Pay Rate: $14.00 / 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 visitors and store associates by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the retail location, including sales floor areas, receiving docks, parking areas, and perimeter, observing for unusual activity and conditions that may help to deter loss and/or security-related incidents.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, using de-escalation techniques, coordinating with management and/or local law enforcement as directed, and taking appropriate action within post orders.
• Control access to non-public areas, monitor entrances and exits, and check doors, gates, and loading areas for signs of unauthorized entry and/or policy violations.
• Complete written and/or electronic reports such as patrol logs and incident reports, communicate key information to on-site contacts and the Allied Universal chain of command, and maintain required armed post qualifications and equipment in accordance with policy.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Level III Armed Certification is required in Texas only.
• 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.

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