Security Guard Full Time Front Desk Alarm Monitoring

Allied Universal • Milpitas, CA

14d • 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 Full Time Front Desk Alarm Monitoring in Milpitas, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a logistics and distribution location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, monitor security-related activity, and respond to alarms or incidents. You will provide outstanding customer service and clear communication while helping maintain an organized, professional environment. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• A minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute is required.
• 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.
• 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by greeting visitors, contractors, delivery personnel, and employees; verifying identification and authorizing access in accordance with site-specific policies.
• Manage front-desk reception activities, including maintaining visitor logs, issuing visitor badges, answering incoming calls, and directing guests to appropriate contacts or locations.
• Monitor access-control systems, cameras, alarms, and other security-related equipment; report unusual activity, access concerns, or equipment issues according to established procedures.
• Respond to incidents, emergency notifications, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site contacts and emergency responders as appropriate.
• Support security-related procedures within a logistics and distribution location by maintaining accurate records, communicating clearly with personnel, and helping to deter unauthorized access.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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