Security Guard - Armed Train Station Patrol

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 Guard - Armed Train Station Patrol in Los Angeles, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Transportation, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a transit location, you will conduct routine patrols, remain highly visible, and help to deter security-related incidents through professional presence and clear communication. You will respond to incidents, support staff and visitors with customer service, and document key activities. Join Allied Universal to work on a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity and a people-first culture. Armed Guard Card or license required.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $27.58 / 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 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 passengers, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of stations, platforms, transit vehicles, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help to deter prohibited activity and identify hazards, damage, or unauthorized access.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, medical calls, and fire or alarm activations, while coordinating with local law enforcement and/or public agency partners as needed.
• Control access to restricted areas, verify credentials when required, and follow post orders for screening, bag checks, and/or controlled entry points in accordance with site requirements.
• Complete timely reports and required documentation for incidents, patrol activity, and security-related observations, and communicate key information during shift briefings and pass-downs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid firearms permit is required.
• Baton permit 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.

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.

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