Security Officer - Armed Utilities Patrol

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

As a Security Officer - Armed Utilities Patrol in Dallas, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a utilities location, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, remain highly visible, and help to identify and report security-related concerns. You will control access at key points, communicate clearly with site personnel, and document activity using site technology. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and innovation to each shift while working as a team and acting with integrity in a caring, people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 AM - 06:00 PMTue06:00 AM - 06:00 PMWed06:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun06:00 AM - 06:00 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 personnel and visitors by carrying out Allied Universal and site-specific security-related procedures, access control processes, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a utilities location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, substations, parking areas, and perimeter fencing to help to deter unauthorized entry, vandalism, and theft.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, gates, and other control points; respond to alarms, suspicious activity, and service requests using a calm, problem-solving approach.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations, coordinate with site operations and/or public responders as directed, and assist with scene control until relieved.
• Document patrols, incidents, and unusual conditions in written reports and logs; communicate security-related information to supervisors and client contacts as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• An Armed Guard Card/License is required.
• A Level III Armed Certification is required for Texas only.
• Access Control/Badge Experience is preferred.
• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet 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.

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.

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1541888