Security Officer Full Time Access Control

Allied Universal • Allen Township, PA

2d • 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. As a Security Officer Full Time Access Control in Northampton, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. At a dynamic logistics and distribution location, Security Officers manage access control, verify credentials, monitor entry points, and maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will support a welcoming experience for employees, visitors, and drivers while communicating professionally and documenting activity. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first, work together, and act with integrity.

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.
• 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.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control/badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor and control access points, verify credentials, screen authorized visitors, and maintain accurate visitor and vehicle entry records.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access areas, loading docks, trailer yards, warehouse entrances, and the surrounding perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Communicate observations, access concerns, and incidents to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership, completing required reports and documentation.

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