Security Officer - Entry Gate

Allied Universal

1d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Entry Gate in Accomac, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Allied Universal Security Officer supporting access control at a fast-paced food and beverage location, you will greet visitors and drivers, verify credentials, manage entry logs, and monitor gates and cameras for security-related activity. You will stay visible to help to deter unwanted access, communicate clearly with site teams, and deliver a customer-focused experience. Bring agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity to every interaction.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.
• A guard card/license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, associates, and drivers by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a food and beverage location.
• Control access at entry points by checking identification, verifying authorization, issuing temporary credentials, maintaining visitor and contractor logs, and directing individuals to the proper check-in areas.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound vehicle and trailer access by confirming shipping and receiving documentation, communicating with site contacts, and documenting gate activity per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications, documenting events, and assisting with site evacuation or shelter instructions when directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, production-adjacent areas, parking lots, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations, and report hazards or maintenance concerns to site contacts.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED