Security Officer - Identity Verification

Allied Universal•Lakeland, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Identity Verification in Lakeland, Florida, you will safeguard a logistics and distribution location by monitoring entry points, verifying credentials, managing visitor access, and documenting security-related activity. You will maintain a visible presence to deter incidents while providing customer service and communicating clearly with clients, visitors, employees, warehouse personnel, and transportation partners. The role includes responding to security concerns and supporting orderly access to the location. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The pay rate is $16.00 per hour.

Requirements

At least 1 year of security-related experience.
At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 years or older for armed roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Licensing requirements may apply under state or local laws and may be required before employment.
A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

A Guard Card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by following security procedures and site-specific policies, and perform emergency response activities when appropriate.
Monitor access points, verify credentials, maintain visitor records, and control personnel, contractor, and delivery-driver entry and exit in accordance with site procedures.
Respond calmly and use problem-solving skills during incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations; document and report observations to site leadership and/or Allied Universal management.
Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking areas, business operations, and the perimeter to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
Communicate professionally with warehouse personnel, transportation partners, and visitors while directing traffic flow and supporting orderly site access.