Security Officer Gatehouse

Allied Universal • Pontiac, MI

1d • 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 Gatehouse in Pontiac, MI, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic tech and telecommunications location, where you will manage access control, monitor entry activity, and support a professional, welcoming environment. In this role, you will help address security-related concerns through strong communication, attention to detail, and visible presence. Be part of a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity while putting people first.

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 employees, visitors, and/or contractors by following site-specific procedures, access control protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials, and help to deter unauthorized access to offices, data-sensitive areas, and other restricted locations.
• Document visitor activity, deliveries, and/or access-related incidents while communicating clearly with site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including access-related concerns, alarms, and/or requests for assistance.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, observing for unusual activity and reporting security-related concerns according to post procedures.

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