Armed Security Officer – Transportation 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 Armed Security Officer – Transportation Station Patrol in Los Angeles, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Transportation, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a transit location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a highly visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond to situations with calm, professional communication and strong customer service. In this armed post, you will document activities, assist with access control and/or incident response, and collaborate closely with site stakeholders. Bring integrity and teamwork to a caring culture that values agility, reliability, and innovation.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $27.58 / Hour

Job Schedule:
Day Time Mon 01:30 PM – 10:00 PM Fri 01:30 PM – 10:00 PM Sat 01:30 PM – 10:00 PM Sun 01:30 PM – 10:00 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 riders, employees, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government transit location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of stations, platforms, parking areas, and perimeter spaces to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify hazards or maintenance concerns to report.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, trespassing, suspicious activity, and medical incidents, coordinating with public agency partners as directed.
• Operate security-related screening and access control measures, including checking credentials, monitoring entry points, and/or controlling vehicle and pedestrian access to restricted areas.
• Carry and maintain assigned duty equipment in accordance with licensing requirements and Allied Universal policies, completing required documentation such as incident reports, patrol logs, and evidence preservation steps when applicable.

Minimum Requirements:

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