Security Officer - Access Control Gate

Allied Universal • Beaumont, TX

11h • $16

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 Officer - Access Control Gate in Beaumont, TX , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a chemical and/or petrochemical location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, support badging, and monitor activity to help reduce security-related concerns. You will remain visible, communicate clearly with employees and visitors, and provide customer service while following site procedures. At Allied Universal, you will thrive in an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Have a TSA issued TWIC.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma and/or GED as required by the client.
• 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.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to client personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a chemical and/or petrochemical location.
• Control access at entry points by verifying identification, managing visitor and contractor check-in and/or check-out, issuing temporary credentials per site policy, and maintaining accurate access logs.
• Monitor gates, doors, and access control systems, reporting irregularities and/or equipment issues according to post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating notifications and documentation in line with site requirements.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, process areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized entry 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