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 Cleveland, TN , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a busy retail and mall location, you will help monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor access, and support store teams with clear, professional communication. You will conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and assist customers and staff with a service-first mindset. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to a team that puts people first.
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.
- Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Being comfortable using a computer and/or tablet is preferred.
- Alarm panel experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to clients and guests at a retail location by following access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Control entry and exit points by checking identification, verifying delivery and vendor access, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining access logs per site requirements.
- Monitor CCTV and/or alarm systems for unauthorized access or suspicious activity, and report security-related concerns to site leadership and Allied Universal management.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including support for medical calls, disturbances, and property issues.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of entrances, corridors, sales floor areas, receiving areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access, and document observations in required reports.
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
