Security Officer - Distribution Facility

Allied Universal • Ennis, TX

15h • $17 • 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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Access Control in Ennis, TX , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As an Allied Universal Security Officer supporting access control at a healthcare location, you will greet staff and visitors, manage entry procedures, and monitor assigned areas for security-related concerns. You will complete routine patrols, remain highly visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and provide clear communication and customer service. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture that puts people first and delivers through teamwork and integrity.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Customer Service Experience is preferred.
• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet is preferred.
• Guard Card/License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and staff by following site-specific access control procedures, security-related policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entrances and interior checkpoints, verify identification and/or authorization, issue visitor passes when required, and direct individuals to the appropriate location within the facility.
• Control access to restricted areas by managing keys, badges, and/or electronic access systems per post orders, and promptly report discrepancies.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with de-escalation and coordinating with clinical staff and/or local responders as directed.
• Complete routine security-related patrols of lobbies, corridors, and exterior approaches as assigned, and document observations, access issues, and incident details in daily reports.

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