Security Officer Gatehouse - Full Time

Allied Universal • Nashville, TN

1d • $19

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 Entry in Nashville, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a fast-paced food and beverage location, you will greet employees and visitors, verify credentials, manage entry points, and monitor activity to help reduce security-related incidents. You will stay highly visible, support routine patrols of assigned areas, and deliver outstanding customer service and clear communication. With Allied Universal, you will work with a caring team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity.

Requirements

• CPR certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.
• 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, contractors, drivers, and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a food and beverage production location.
• Control access at designated entry points by verifying identification, issuing and collecting visitor badges, maintaining visitor and contractor logs, and directing personnel to the proper check-in areas.
• Screen and process inbound and outbound traffic, including employee vehicles and delivery trucks, by confirming appointments, checking shipping and receiving documentation, and coordinating with site contacts for dock access.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, completing required notifications, written reports, and follow-up documentation.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, production-adjacent areas, and perimeter gates, monitoring for unusual activity, unsecured doors, policy violations, and/or environmental concerns.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees