Security Guard - Part Time - Afternoons
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. Job Description As a Security Guard - Part Time - Afternoons in Cedar Rapids, IA, 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 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 an Allied Universal Security Officer assigned to an access control post at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will greet drivers and team members, manage entry and exit points, verify credentials, and maintain accurate logs. You will conduct routine patrols of assigned areas, stay visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to alarms and requests with clear communication. Bring teamwork, integrity, and a people-first approach.
Requirements
- Provide client-required proof of high school diploma and/or GED.
- 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 visitors, drivers, and employees by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Control access at entry points by verifying identification and/or credentials, issuing visitor passes, maintaining visitor and vehicle logs, and directing traffic flow at a logistics and distribution location.
- Monitor alarms, cameras, and access control systems, reporting irregular activity and/or equipment concerns per site procedures.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site contacts and local responders as needed.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of docks, yards, parking areas, and building perimeter, documenting observations and submitting reports per site requirements.
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
