Security Officer - Entry Screening
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 Screening in San Antonio, TX , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic tech and telecommunications location, where you will help manage access control operations, monitor entry activity, and support a professional, welcoming environment. In this role, you will remain visible, conduct routine patrols, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. Guided by teamwork, integrity, and a caring culture, you will contribute to reliable, innovative security-related services each day.
Requirements
- A guard card and/or license is preferred.
- CPR certification 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 employees, visitors, and vendors by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, badge verification, and other security-related policies at a technology-focused location.
- Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and visitor authorizations, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas, equipment rooms, and other sensitive spaces.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and document security-related events, access activity, and unusual conditions according to site protocols.
- Conduct regular and random patrols around the business, perimeter, and key access points, noting anything that may require follow-up by site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
- Support deliveries, contractor access, and visitor processing by maintaining accurate logs, communicating with site personnel, and following post orders for escort requirements and after-hours entry requests.
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
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
