Security Guard - Gatehouse Check-In

Allied Universal • New York, NY

4d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. Job Description As a Security Guard - Gatehouse Check-In 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 busy utilities location, you will help manage entry and exit points, verify credentials, issue badges, and maintain accurate visitor and contractor logs using a computer and/or tablet. You will remain visible, conduct routine rounds of assigned areas, and communicate clearly with site personnel to help identify and report security-related concerns. Join Allied Universal to serve with integrity, teamwork, and a people-first culture.

Requirements

• Have at least 1+ years of security-related experience.
• Be 21+ years of age.
• 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.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable 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

• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Have access control and/or badge experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by following site-specific security-related procedures, access control policies, and/or emergency response activities at a utility location.
• Control entry and exit points by verifying credentials, issuing temporary badges, maintaining visitor logs, and coordinating contractor check-in and check-out in accordance with site requirements.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and access control systems, and report irregular activity, hazards, and/or system issues to site contacts per established protocols.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, completing notifications, documentation, and post-incident reporting as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, restricted areas, and the perimeter, with working environments and conditions that may vary by location.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED