Armed Security Officer - Shipyard Patrol

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOverview

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 Armed Security Officer - Shipyard Patrol in San Diego, 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, you will monitor and patrol a dynamic aerospace and defense location, helping to deter security-related incidents through a visible presence, routine patrols, and strong communication. This armed post offers the chance to support critical operations while delivering customer service with integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach in a fast-paced environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 AM - 02:30 PMTue06:00 AM - 02:30 PMWed06:00 AM - 02:30 PMThur06:00 AM - 02:30 PMSun06:00 AM - 02:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and emergency services when needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, restricted areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations, helping to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for entry into controlled areas, following post orders and reporting access control concerns, suspicious behavior, and/or policy violations.
• Support incident reporting and daily operations by completing required logs, maintaining awareness of changing site conditions, and following Allied Universal post directives and client-facing standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Possess a TSA-issued TWIC.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• A guard card and/or license 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.

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.

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: .

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:

Requisition ID
749

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOverview

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 Armed Security Officer - Shipyard Patrol in San Diego, 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, you will monitor and patrol a dynamic aerospace and defense location, helping to deter security-related incidents through a visible presence, routine patrols, and strong communication. This armed post offers the chance to support critical operations while delivering customer service with integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach in a fast-paced environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 AM - 02:30 PMTue06:00 AM - 02:30 PMWed06:00 AM - 02:30 PMThur06:00 AM - 02:30 PMSun06:00 AM - 02:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and emergency services when needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, restricted areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations, helping to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for entry into controlled areas, following post orders and reporting access control concerns, suspicious behavior, and/or policy violations.
• Support incident reporting and daily operations by completing required logs, maintaining awareness of changing site conditions, and following Allied Universal post directives and client-facing standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Possess a TSA-issued TWIC.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• A guard card and/or license 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.

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.

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: .

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:

Requisition ID
749

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