Security Officer - Armed Patrol Unit

Overview

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.
Job Description

Rate: $23.91 an hour

As a Security Officer - Armed Patrol Unit in Canoga Park, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at an aerospace and defense location, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, maintain a visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to alarms and requests with clear communication and customer service. This post requires an armed guard card or license. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, where we put people first, deliver through teamwork, and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.91 / Hour

Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 04:00 PMTue07:00 AM - 04:00 PMWed07:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur07:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri07:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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 clients by carrying out armed post orders, security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to an aerospace and defense location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, production areas, parking areas, and perimeter routes; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Monitor access control points, verify identification and/or authorization for entry, and document visitor, vehicle, and delivery activity in accordance with site requirements.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; coordinate with site personnel and/or public responders as directed.
• Prepare clear reports, maintain required logs, and communicate observations and unusual activity to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership to help support security-related operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1+ years of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Be at least 21+ years of age.
• 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.

Closing

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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Requisition ID

2026-1554087