Security Officer Entry Screening

Allied Universal • Grinnell, IA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Entry Screening in Grimes, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location where you will help manage access control, monitor activity, and support security-related procedures for employees, visitors, and deliveries. In this visible role, you will provide strong customer service, clear communication, and a professional presence while helping to deter incidents. Guided by teamwork, integrity, and a people-first culture, you will make a meaningful impact every day.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and/or drivers by following site-specific access control procedures, credential verification steps, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points for employees, contractors, and/or delivery personnel to help support authorized access throughout the location.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating issues according to post orders and site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business, perimeter, loading areas, trailer yards, and/or shipping and receiving zones, as working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Document visitor activity, unusual conditions, and/or security-related incidents in required logs and reports while communicating relevant information to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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