Security Guard Part Time Screening

Allied Universal•Lexington, KY

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Guard to screen individuals and materials at a technology, media, and telecommunications location in Lexington, Kentucky. The role helps manage access points and maintain a secure environment for employees and guests while providing customer service and responding to security-related concerns. The position pays $17.63 per hour and is scheduled for daytime shifts on Monday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The role offers access to a shift-claiming platform, paid training, career growth opportunities, a retirement savings plan, and discounts through the Perks Program. Applicants must meet applicable age requirements, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and be subject to a background investigation and, where permitted by law, a drug screen. Licensing may be required under state or local rules. A valid driver’s license is required only for driving positions.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 or older for armed roles.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, if required before employment.
Have a valid driver’s license only if applying for a driving position.

Nice To Haves

Access control or badge experience.
Loss prevention experience.
CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel while carrying out site-specific access screening procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
Screen individuals and personal items entering the location using screening equipment, established procedures, and escalation protocols for prohibited or questionable items.
Verify identification, visitor authorization, and access credentials, and maintain accurate entry and screening-related records as required.
Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; notify appropriate site contacts or emergency responders.
Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned screening areas, entry points, and the surrounding perimeter to deter unauthorized access and report concerns.