Security Officer Lobby Entrance Operations

Allied Universal • Chelmsford, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for entrance operations at an assigned logistics and distribution site in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. The position provides a designated weekly anchor shift that requires a six-month commitment. The officer may claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform, with the opportunity to build up to a full-time schedule of as many as 40 hours per week and the option to scale back. The listed pay rate is $18.00 per hour, and the scheduled shift is Friday from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

The role provides customer service while carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities. Duties include monitoring entrances and exits, checking credentials, maintaining visitor and driver records, observing traffic, reporting concerns, responding to incidents, and conducting patrols.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local 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.
• Possess a valid driver’s license if applying for a driving position.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and employees while carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points at a logistics and distribution location; verify credentials, authorize access according to site procedures, and maintain required visitor and driver records.
• Observe vehicle, trailer, and pedestrian traffic at gates and access points, and report unusual activity, access concerns, and security-related incidents to appropriate site contacts.
• Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Retirement plans
• Disability insurance
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other locations through the employee perks program
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement

What This Job Offers

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