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Armed Security Officer - Swing Rail Response Team

Allied Universal
Los Angeles, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 25 Feb 2026
💰 $54,000/yr

About the role

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 Armed Security Officer - Swing Rail Response Team 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 at a transitlocation, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, perform routine rounds, and remain visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to concerns, document activities, and provide professional customer service and clear communication. Backed by a caring culture, teamwork, agility, and integrity, you will bring reliable presence and innovative thinking to each shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $27.58 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon01:30 PM - 10:00 PMTue01:30 PM - 10:00 PMFri01:30 PM - 10:00 PMSat01:30 PM - 10:00 PMSun01:30 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 the public and site personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a ublic transportation location.
  • Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, platforms, parking areas, and perimeter zones; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting site leadership and/or public emergency services as needed.
  • Monitor access points and restricted areas, verify credentials when required, and help to deter unauthorized entry, trespassing, and/or disruptive activity.
  • Complete required reports such as incident, shift activity, and patrol logs, and follow all applicable laws, training requirements, and Allied Universal post orders for armed duties.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Possess an armed guard card/license.
  • Be 21+ years of age.
  • A valid firearms permit is required.
  • Baton permit is highly preferred.
  • Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
  • CPR/First Aid 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

2026-1540119

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