Security Officer Access Gatehouse

Allied Universal • Cedar Rapids, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Access Gatehouse in Cedar Rapids, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control professional at a dynamic manufacturing and industrial location, where you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, and support visitor management while helping to deter security-related incidents. In this visible role, you will deliver outstanding customer service, clear communication, and dependable support. Bring your agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity to a role that puts people first every day.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out site-specific access procedures, screening entry points, and supporting security-related protocols at an industrial location.
• Monitor and control access at gates, lobbies, and/or restricted areas by checking credentials, verifying visitor authorizations, issuing passes, and documenting arrivals and departures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and unusual activity in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or emergency responders when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the facility and perimeter, observing for unauthorized access, operational concerns, and conditions that could help to impact the location.
• Maintain accurate activity logs, visitor records, and incident reports, and follow post orders and client-directed procedures for deliveries, vehicles, and material movement.

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