Security Officer Full Time Truck Gate Patrols

Allied Universal • Allentown, PA

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About The Position

As a Security Officer with Allied Universal in Allentown, Pennsylvania, you will help safeguard a food and beverage location. You will monitor entry points, verify credentials, greet visitors, and support a welcoming environment. The role involves using computer or tablet systems to document activity, communicating with site personnel, and maintaining a visible presence to help deter incidents.

This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The pay rate is $18.50 per hour. Applicants must be comfortable using a computer or tablet, including email, online applications, and video-conferencing tools. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Employment is conditional on applicable background and drug screening; licensing may also be required under state or local rules.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 or older for armed roles.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Be subject to drug screening to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Have a valid driver’s license for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred, including email communication, online applications, and video-conferencing tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel while following security procedures and site-specific policies and, when appropriate, responding to emergencies.
• Monitor and control access points by verifying identification, authorizing entry under site procedures, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining access logs.
• Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations, promptly communicating observations to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, parking areas, business facilities, and perimeter areas to identify unusual conditions and support food and beverage operations.
• Accurately document daily activities, visitor traffic, access-control concerns, and incidents in required reports.

Benefits

• Access to a retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Access to technology to view and claim additional shifts.
• Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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