Security Officer - Entry Control Point

Allied Universal • Pleasanton, TX

12h • $17 • 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 Officer - Entry Control Point in Christine, TX , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As an Allied Universal Security Officer at a utilities location, you will manage access control at gates and entry points, verify credentials, monitor visitor and contractor activity, and document security-related events. You will remain visible while conducting routine patrols around assigned areas, help to deter incidents, and provide clear communication and customer service to employees and guests. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity and a caring culture.

Requirements

• A guard card/license is preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a utilities location.
• Control access at gates and entry points by checking identification, authorizations, and/or visitor credentials; issue and track temporary badges and maintain visitor, contractor, and delivery logs.
• Screen inbound and outbound vehicle and pedestrian traffic as directed, verify scheduled appointments and work orders, and coordinate with site contacts for approvals and escorts when required.
• Monitor cameras, access control panels, alarms, and communications equipment; document unusual activity and report conditions that may help to deter unauthorized access.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas and perimeter, and complete shift reports and incident documentation.

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