Security Officer - Visitor Screening

Allied Universal • Pennington, AL

8d • $14

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 - Visitor Screening in Pennington, AL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Access Control Officer at a busy manufacturing and industrial location, you will help manage entry and exit points, verify badges and visitor credentials, and support a smooth check-in process for employees, contractors, and deliveries. You will conduct routine patrols of assigned areas, stay visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and communicate clearly with site teams. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach to every interaction.

Requirements

• 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

• Customer Service Experience - preferred.
• Loss Prevention - preferred.
• Guard Card/License - preferred.
• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet - preferred.
• Access Control/Badge Experience - preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, contractors, drivers, and visitors by following site-specific access control procedures, security-related protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control entry and exit at gates and/or lobbies by verifying identification, issuing temporary badges, managing visitor logs, and directing authorized traffic to designated areas.
• Support dock and yard operations by checking inbound and outbound shipments, confirming driver credentials, and documenting trailer and seal information per site policy.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and notifying appropriate site contacts as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, production areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Working environments and conditions may vary by location.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED