Security Officer - Full Time - Afternoon

Allied Universal • Cedar Rapids, IA

3d • $26

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Badge Verification in Cedar Rapids, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will greet employees and visitors, verify credentials, manage badge access, and support a smooth flow at entry points. You will monitor activity in assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, document incidents, and communicate clearly with site teams. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to a caring, people-first culture built on teamwork and innovation.

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 clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Control access to the facility by verifying identification and/or authorization, issuing visitor credentials, managing check-in and check-out logs, and directing visitors, contractors, and deliveries to the appropriate areas.
• Monitor entry points, gates, and receiving areas for unusual activity; report and document security-related concerns, policy violations, and maintenance issues according to post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including escalating to site leadership and/or emergency services when required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior and exterior areas, production-adjacent spaces, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity.

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