Security Guard - Flex Checkpoint Screener
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 - Flex Checkpoint Screener in Lexington, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex 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. As a Screener at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, you will greet drivers, employees, and visitors, support access points, and perform screening and verification steps that help to deter security-related issues. You will maintain a visible presence, document activity, and communicate clearly with site teams while living Allied Universal values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity in every interaction.
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
- Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
- Alarm panel experience is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
- Screen employees, visitors, vendors and/or drivers at entry points by verifying identification, checking authorization to enter, and directing traffic flow according to site procedures.
- Conduct screening of packages, bags, and/or shipments as required by post orders, documenting findings and escalating prohibited or unusual items per policy.
- Monitor cameras, alarms, and access control systems, reporting irregular activity and/or hazards to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, completing reports and participating in regular and random patrols of dock areas, gates, parking lots and perimeter as assigned.
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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
