Security Officer - Cargo Yard Patrol Driver
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 - Cargo Yard Patrol Driver in Union City, GA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location as an unarmed, driving Security Officer. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, while supporting access control and clear communication with onsite teams and visitors. Bring a people-first mindset, teamwork, and integrity to a role with a company that is agile, reliable, innovative, and caring.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy 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
- Access Control/Badge Experience - preferred.
- X‐Ray Screening Experience - preferred.
- Customer Service Experience - preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting actions taken and notifying site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision as needed.
- Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of warehouse areas, trailer yards, loading docks, parking areas, and the facility perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity.
- Monitor access points for employees, contractors, and visitors, verifying authorization, issuing directions, and assisting with visitor management and/or check-in procedures.
- Complete routine reports and logs, communicate via radio and/or phone, and support loss prevention and operational teams with security-related observations and incident reporting.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
