Security Officer Checkpoint

Allied Universal • Freeport, TX

1d • Onsite

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. As a Security Officer Checkpoint Driver in Freeport, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. Join Allied Universal at a chemical and petrochemical location where you will monitor access points, verify credentials, and conduct routine patrols to help maintain a secure environment. This driving post offers the opportunity to stay visible, respond to security-related concerns, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. Be part of a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• A minimum of 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• A TSA issued TWIC is required.
• 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.
• 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

• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• The ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to all visitors, employees, and contractors by following site-specific access procedures, visitor registration protocols, and emergency response activities at a chemical and petrochemical location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorization, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.
• Screen incoming guests, vendors, and deliveries in accordance with site rules, document arrivals and departures, and report unusual activity or access concerns to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, while communicating clearly with personnel, first responders, and Allied Universal management.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, exterior areas, and perimeter locations to identify security-related concerns, policy violations, and/or maintenance issues.

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