Security Officer - Access Control

Allied Universal • Whitakers, NC

9d • $18 • 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 Whitakers, NC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal at a busy manufacturing and industrial location where you will support access control and daily security-related operations. You will greet employees and visitors, verify identification, manage badges and entry logs using a computer or tablet, and perform routine patrols to help identify concerns and help to deter incidents. Bring clear communication and customer service while working with a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity.

Requirements

• Have Security Experience ‐ 6+ Months
• Be 21+ Years of Age
• 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

• Access Control/Badge Experience - preferred
• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet - preferred
• Customer Service Experience - preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Control access at gates and/or entry points by verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, managing sign-in and sign-out logs, and directing foot and vehicle traffic as needed.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and access control systems; document unusual activity and notify site contacts and/or Allied Universal supervision based on post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with incident documentation and coordinating with onsite personnel and/or first responders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of production areas, warehouses, docks, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access and/or property damage.

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