Job Description
Job 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 Security Officer Armed Response Patrol Driver in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol professional at a busy retail location, where you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. This driving post offers the opportunity to support daily operations with integrity, teamwork, and reliability while making a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour
Pre-Employment Requirements (Contractual)21+ Years of Age (C101)
Active Armed Guard Card/License (Texas only) (C122)
Valid Driver's License - AU Driver Policy Requirements (C123)
3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Corrections/Military OR 5+ Years Armed Security Experience (C158)
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 03:00 PMThur07:00 AM - 03:00 PMSun07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific procedures, access control practices, and/or emergency response activities appropriate for a retail grocery location.
- Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, including documenting observations and notifying appropriate personnel.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the store, parking areas, loading zones, and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify security-related concerns.
- Monitor entrances, exits, and high-traffic areas for unusual behavior, policy violations, and/or potential theft-related activity, while maintaining a visible presence.
- Support store personnel and visitors with directions, incident response, and other security-related assistance consistent with post orders and Allied Universal standards.
Minimum Requirements:
- Have 3+ years of combined law enforcement, corrections, and/or military experience or 5+ years of armed security-related experience.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
- Possess a Texas Level III Armed Certification.
- 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- 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: 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
2026-1624558