Security Officer Screening Equipment Operator

Allied Universal • Lexington, KY

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Security Officer Screening Equipment Operator in Lexington, Kentucky, serving clients in industries including education. In an educational setting, the screener helps maintain a welcoming environment by operating screening equipment, monitoring access points, and identifying potential security concerns. The role provides customer service and clear communication while supporting students, staff, and visitors.

The position pays $19.00 per hour. The listed schedule is Monday 10:00 PM–6:00 AM, Thursday 6:00 AM–2:00 PM, Friday 6:00 AM–2:00 PM, Saturday 6:00 AM–2:00 PM, and Sunday 10:00 PM–6:00 AM. The role includes access to paid training, career growth opportunities, technology for viewing and claiming additional shifts, and retirement, insurance, and discount benefits.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet any applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• X-Ray screening experience.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and guests while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Screen individuals, bags, and permitted items entering assigned campus locations according to established procedures and applicable policies.
• Monitor access points and report suspicious activity, prohibited items, and policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas and surrounding perimeters.

Benefits

• Access to technology for viewing and claiming additional shifts.
• Paid training and career growth opportunities.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED