Security Officer - Distribution Facility - Access Control

Allied Universal • Hagerstown, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Distribution Facility - Access Control in Hagerstown, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Screener at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will welcome team members and visitors, verify credentials, support access control, and conduct screenings and inspections that help reduce security-related incidents. You will stay visible, complete routine patrols, document activity, and communicate clearly with site leadership while delivering customer service. At Allied Universal, you will work with an agile, reliable team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• A guard card and/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 clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Screen employees, visitors, and vendors at designated entry points, including verifying identification, checking credentials, and directing individuals to the proper check-in and/or staging areas.
• Conduct inspections of packages, bags, and/or deliveries in accordance with site procedures, documenting findings and reporting unusual items or activity to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, completing reports and escalating concerns through the proper channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior areas, dock and yard areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

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