Security Officer Full Time Screening Inspection

Allied Universal•Chester, VA

About The Position

As a full-time Security Officer in Chester, Virginia, you will serve and safeguard clients at a technology, media, and telecommunications location. You will help maintain a secure environment by screening personnel and visitors, monitoring access points, identifying potential security concerns, and providing customer service. You will remain visible, communicate clearly, and contribute to a welcoming experience as part of a team that values integrity and puts people first. The role includes screening individuals and permitted items with assigned procedures and equipment; verifying credentials and access permissions; keeping accurate logs; responding to incidents and alarms; and conducting patrols of screening areas, entrances, and the surrounding perimeter. The position pays $19.00 per hour and is scheduled Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age or older for armed roles.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Meet any licensing requirements that apply under state and/or local laws and regulations; licensing may be required before employment.
A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.
A Guard Card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel by following site-specific screening procedures, access policies, and emergency response activities.
Screen individuals and permitted items entering designated areas using assigned procedures and equipment; document exceptions and escalate concerns according to site protocols.
Verify credentials, visitor authorization, and access permissions; maintain accurate logs and direct guests to appropriate check-in locations.
Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations, notifying appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders as directed.
Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned screening areas, entrances, and the surrounding business perimeter to deter unauthorized access and identify security-related concerns.