Security Officer - Lobby Screening

Allied Universal • Willington, CT

10d • $19

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Lobby Screening in Willington, CT, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Screener Security Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will greet team members and visitors, support access control, and perform screening and inspection steps that help identify prohibited items and reduce security-related incidents. You will stay visible, communicate clearly, and document activity while partnering with site leaders and local responders. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity and teamwork to an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first.

Requirements

• 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 client staff, drivers, and visitors by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Screen employees, visitors, and vendors for authorized access by checking identification, verifying appointments and/or access lists, and directing traffic flow through designated entry points.
• Conduct screening of bags, parcels, and/or vehicles as required by post orders, and report prohibited items, suspicious activity, and policy violations through the established chain of command.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications, documenting actions taken, and assisting with crowd control as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of docks, staging areas, parking areas, and the facility perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access and/or theft, and complete required reports and logs.

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