Security Officer Full Time - Utility Company
About The Position
As a Security Officer Full Time Access Desk in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a utility location, you will help maintain a welcoming, controlled environment by monitoring entry points, verifying credentials, managing badges, and documenting access-related activity. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate professionally with employees and visitors, and help deter unauthorized access. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
Nice To Haves
- Access control and badge experience is preferred.
- A guard card or license is preferred.
- Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and utility personnel while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
- Monitor access points and verify authorization for personnel, visitors, deliveries, and vehicles entering or leaving the utility location.
- Issue, collect, and maintain records for visitor credentials, access cards, keys, and other controlled access items in accordance with site procedures.
- Respond to access control alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly reporting concerns through established channels.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, buildings, operational areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
Benefits
- Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
