Security Officer - Distribution Front Desk

Allied Universal • Palmetto, GA

5d • $18 • 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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Distribution Front Desk in Palmetto, GA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional with Allied Universal, you will be the first point of contact in a logistics and distribution location, helping to deter security-related incidents and providing exceptional customer service. You will monitor access, manage visitor and employee entry, and use technology to support daily operations. Join our team to contribute to a caring culture that values teamwork, integrity, and innovation while making a positive impact every day.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of security-related experience 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. 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 excellent customer service to visitors, employees, and guests at the front desk by following security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Monitor and control access to the facility, verifying identification and credentials of individuals entering the location, in accordance with client requirements.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations at the front desk in a calm and problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
• Communicate professionally with visitors, staff, and management to address inquiries and provide information as needed.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of daily activities, visitor logs, and incident reports.
• Support emergency response activities at the front desk when appropriate, coordinating with Allied Universal and/or client representatives.
• Help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity by maintaining a visible presence at the front desk.

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees