Security Officer Full Time Screening Compliance

Allied Universal • Gaithersburg, MD

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About The Position

As a Security Officer Full Time Screening Compliance in Gaithersburg, Maryland, you will serve and safeguard clients in industries including logistics and distribution. In a logistics and distribution setting, you will help maintain a secure environment by screening personnel and visitors, monitoring access points, and communicating professionally with team members and guests. Your visible presence and attention to detail will help deter security-related incidents while supporting smooth operations. Allied Universal describes its service values as agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity.

The position is full time and pays $18.43 per hour. The listed schedule is 10:00 PM–6:00 AM Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Applicants must be at least 18 for unarmed roles or 21 for armed roles and have a high school diploma or equivalent. A Guard Card/License is preferred. Employment is conditional on a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen. Licensing requirements vary by applicable state and local regulations and may be required before employment. A valid driver's license is required only for driving positions.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• A Guard Card/License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, drivers, visitors, and personnel while carrying out site-specific procedures and security-related policies.
• Screen personnel, visitors, packages, and vehicles according to location procedures, document findings, and escalate concerns as appropriate.
• Monitor access points and shipping or receiving areas, verify credentials, and follow established entry and exit protocols.
• Respond calmly and use problem-solving skills during incidents, alarms, and critical situations, contacting appropriate personnel when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, loading areas, and perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Benefits

• Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts.
• Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 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