Security Guard Front Desk
About The Position
As a Security Guard - Welcome Desk in Torrance, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal at a front desk post within a manufacturing and industrial location, where you will greet employees and visitors, support access control, issue badges, and manage sign-in and incident documentation using a computer or tablet. You will help maintain a welcoming, security-related presence through clear communication and customer service while partnering with the site team. Bring an agile, reliable mindset, act with integrity, and contribute through teamwork.
Requirements
- Have at least 1 year of security experience.
- 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
- CPR certification is preferred.
- Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
- A guard card and/or license is preferred.
- Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service at the front desk by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies and/or emergency response activities appropriate to the location.
- Control access to the facility by greeting visitors, verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials and directing guests, vendors and drivers according to site requirements.
- Monitor entry points and front lobby activity using available systems and logbooks, and report unusual activity to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications and documenting actions taken.
- Maintain accurate records such as visitor logs, package and delivery logs, phone and radio communications, and incident reports in accordance with site policy.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
