Security Guard - Full Time - Overnight

Allied Universal • Cedar Rapids, IA

1d • $26

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 - Overnight in Cedar Rapids, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an Allied Universal Security Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will manage access control by greeting visitors, verifying credentials, issuing badges, and coordinating entry for employees and deliveries. You will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help deter security-related incidents, and document activity with clear communication. Bring a people-first mindset, teamwork, and integrity as you support an agile, reliable, and innovative operation.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an industrial location.
• Control access at entry points by verifying identification and/or authorization, issuing temporary badges and/or visitor passes, and directing employees, contractors, and deliveries to the proper check-in process.
• Monitor and document vehicle and pedestrian traffic, manage gate operations, and coordinate with site contacts regarding deliveries, scheduled contractor access, and restricted area requests.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting events and promptly communicating observations through established reporting channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, work areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations, with working environments and conditions varying by location.

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