Security Officer Access Control

Allied Universal • Wilmington, DE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Access Control in Wilmington, DE, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Security Officer at a dynamic chemical and petrochemical location, where you will monitor access points, verify credentials, and support badge procedures while helping to maintain a secure environment. In this access control role, you will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and contribute to security-related operations through teamwork, integrity, and a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative approach.

Requirements

• Have at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to all visitors, employees, and contractors by carrying out site-specific procedures, screening access at entry points, and supporting emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Monitor entrances, exits, gates, and credential checkpoints to help control site access, verify authorization, and report unusual activity in a chemical and petrochemical location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and/or emergency personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, restricted areas, and perimeter locations to help identify security-related concerns, access issues, and/or potential hazards.
• Maintain accurate visitor, vehicle, and delivery records, follow key and credential control procedures, and support compliance with site rules for restricted and controlled areas.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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