Security Officer - Distribution Center
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 Distribution Center in Hillsboro, OR, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, where you will conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. In this dynamic role, you will support daily operations with agility and reliability, work as part of a team, and reflect a caring, people-first culture grounded in integrity and innovation.
Requirements
- A guard card or license is preferred.
- 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, visitors, and drivers by following site-specific procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and unusual activity in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting details and communicating with site contacts and/or supervisors as needed.
- Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility, loading and unloading areas, trailer yards, parking areas, and perimeter to help identify security-related concerns.
- Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor information, and help support authorized access for staff, vendors, and deliveries.
- Observe facility activity and report damaged gates, lighting issues, unsecured doors, spills, and other site concerns that could affect daily operations and/or security-related procedures.
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
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
