Security Officer Access Screening

Allied Universal • Hagerstown, MD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Access Screening in Hagerstown, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Screener at a busy logistics and distribution location, where you will help monitor access, screen people and/or items, and support daily security-related operations. You will remain visible, conduct routine patrols as needed, and provide professional customer service and communication. Guided by a caring culture, teamwork, reliability, and integrity, this role offers a dynamic opportunity to make a meaningful impact 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.

Nice To Haves

• A guard card and/or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and drivers by carrying out site-specific screening procedures, access protocols, and/or emergency response activities at a busy distribution location.
• Screen individuals, personal items, packages, and/or vehicles entering or leaving the location in accordance with post orders and established security-related procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and unusual activity in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report relevant details to site leadership and/or emergency personnel when appropriate.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials or shipping documentation as required, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, observing for suspicious, damaged, or unsecured conditions and documenting security-related concerns.

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