Security Officer Full Time Entrance Screening

Allied Universal • Gaithersburg, MD

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Security Officer to provide entrance screening at a logistics and distribution location in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The role involves monitoring access points, screening personnel, visitors, packages, and property, reporting security concerns, and maintaining a visible presence while providing customer service and clear communication. Work conditions may vary by location.

The position pays $18.43 per hour. The listed schedule is Monday 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., Wednesday 10:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m., Thursday 10:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m., Friday 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., and Saturday 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Allied Universal offers access to additional shifts through its technology, paid training and career growth opportunities, a retirement savings plan, insurance benefits, and discounts through its Perks Program.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require age 21 or older.
• Have 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 applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• A guard card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and delivery personnel by following site-specific screening procedures, policies, and applicable emergency response activities.
• Screen individuals, packages, and property entering or leaving the logistics and distribution location according to post orders and applicable procedures.
• Observe screening equipment and access points, identify prohibited or unusual items or activity, and report findings to appropriate site contacts or Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations, following established escalation and communication protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned screening areas, loading zones, business areas, and the perimeter.

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