Security Officer - Distribution Center
About The Position
Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Security Officer for a distribution center in Detroit, Michigan. In this access-control role at a technology-focused location, you will safeguard the site while providing customer service to employees, visitors, vendors, and delivery personnel. You will monitor entry points, verify credentials and authorization, manage visitor access, keep access-related records, and maintain a visible presence. The role also includes conducting interior and exterior patrols, supporting orderly entry and exit during busy periods, and responding to incidents and emergencies in accordance with site procedures. The scheduled hours are Monday through Friday, 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM. The pay rate is $18.68 per hour. Applicants must meet the stated age and education requirements and are subject to background investigation and drug screening as permitted by law. Licensing may be required under applicable state or local regulations.
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.
- 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 licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to employees, visitors, vendors, and delivery personnel while following access-control procedures and site-specific policies.
- Monitor access points, verify authorization for entry, issue and collect visitor credentials, and maintain accurate access-related records.
- Respond calmly to access-control incidents, alarms, and critical situations, and communicate observations and concerns to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned interior and exterior areas, including entrances, perimeter locations, and restricted-access areas.
- Help maintain orderly entry and exit operations during high-traffic periods, deliveries, employee arrivals, and visitor check-ins.
- Carry out emergency response activities when appropriate.
Benefits
- Access to technology for viewing and claiming additional shifts.
- Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
