Security Officer - Refinery Gatehouse
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Refinery Gatehouse in Marcus Hook, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an Allied Universal Access Control Officer at a chemical and petrochemical location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, support badge issuance and/or access updates, and greet employees and visitors with professional customer service. You will conduct routine patrols, monitor activity, document security-related events, and communicate clearly with site teams. Bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset, with teamwork and integrity guiding every interaction.
Requirements
- Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- 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
- CPR certification is preferred.
- Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to visitors, contractors, and employees by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an industrial chemical processing location.
- Operate access control by verifying identification and authorization, issuing visitor credentials, managing entry and exit logs, and directing authorized traffic to designated areas.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including notifying site contacts and/or emergency services per post orders.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of gates, parking areas, and perimeter routes to help to deter unauthorized access, identify unusual conditions, and report maintenance or operational concerns through proper channels.
- Monitor cameras, alarms, and communication systems, document activity in daily reports, and maintain clear shift turnover notes for continuity of operations.
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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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
