Security Officer - Unarmed

Allied Universal • Houston, TX

3d • $15 • 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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Gatehouse Driver in Houston, TX , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a chemical and petrochemical location, you will help manage entrances and vehicle gates, verify credentials, support visitor processing, and conduct routine patrols while staying visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will document activity, communicate clearly with site teams, and deliver customer service with integrity. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license, and you will support an agile, reliable, and innovative team culture.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• A TSA Issued TWIC is required.
• 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 site personnel and visitors by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at an industrial location.
• Operate access control functions by checking identification, managing visitor registration, issuing temporary badges when authorized, and directing traffic to approved entry points.
• Monitor and document vehicle and pedestrian entry and exit, verify deliveries and contractor access against approved lists, and report discrepancies according to post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications and coordinating with site contacts and/or emergency services as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of designated areas such as gate lanes, staging areas, and perimeter points, and complete required reports for unusual activity, hazards, and/or maintenance issues.

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