Security Officer - Gatehouse Driver

Allied Universal

1d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Gatehouse Driver in Oakland, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal at a busy manufacturing and industrial location where you will manage access control, greet employees and visitors, and verify credentials and deliveries. You will help maintain clear entry procedures, document activity using a computer or tablet, and communicate concerns to site leadership with professionalism and integrity. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license, supporting a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and people first.

Requirements

A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy 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.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience is preferred.
Comfortable using computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to site personnel, contractors, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
Control access at designated entrances and gates by verifying identification, issuing temporary credentials, and directing authorized traffic to appropriate check-in locations.
Process and log visitors, vendors, and contractors in accordance with site requirements, including confirming appointments and communicating arrivals to host departments.
Support shipping and receiving access control by checking driver identification, verifying delivery and pickup information, and coordinating entry instructions with site contacts.
Monitor alarm panels, access control systems, and closed-circuit video systems when assigned, and report irregular activity per site procedures.
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting actions taken and notifying appropriate contacts.
Conduct regular and random patrols of production areas, warehouses, office spaces, and perimeter points as assigned, noting hazardous conditions or security-related concerns and reporting them to site leadership.
Maintain detailed activity logs and incident reports, including access denials, unusual observations, and policy violations, and submit documentation per Allied Universal and site guidelines.
Provide direction and de-escalation support for conflicts or policy noncompliance, and request additional assistance when needed.
Support security-related inspections at entrances such as bag checks or package verification when required by site policy, while maintaining respectful customer service.

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.

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