Security Guard - Access Control

Allied Universal • Riverside, CA

1d • $18 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

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 Security Guard - Visitor Check Driver in Riverside, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Allied Universal Security Officer at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, you will manage access control by checking credentials, monitoring entry points, and documenting security-related activity. You will remain highly visible, conduct routine patrols, and communicate clearly with staff, drivers, and visitors to help support smooth operations. This is a driving post requiring a valid drivers license under AU Driver Policy requirements, and it offers a team-first culture built on integrity.

Requirements

• MUST HAVE VALID AND CURRENT CA. GUARD CARD & TRAINING CERTIFICATES!
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• X-Ray screening experience is preferred.
• A Guard Card and/or license is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Control access at entry points by verifying identification and credentials, issuing temporary badges as directed, and maintaining visitor, contractor, and driver logs.
• Conduct security-related screening of vehicles, trailers, and deliveries as required, including checking seals, documentation, and appointment information, and escalating discrepancies per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting events and coordinating with site contacts and/or emergency services as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, docks, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify hazards or policy violations, reporting findings per procedure.

Benefits

• 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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED