Security Officer - Visitor Screening

Allied Universal • Winchester, VA

1d • $18 • 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.
As a Security Officer - Visitor Screening in Winchester, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Screener at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will greet visitors and drivers, screen entries, support access control and badging, and help monitor assigned areas with routine patrols and a visible presence. You will document activity, communicate clearly, and deliver customer service that reflects Allied Universal values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity while helping reduce security-related incidents.

Requirements

• 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and site personnel by following Allied Universal post orders, security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Screen employees, visitors, vendors, and drivers at entry points by verifying identification, managing sign-in requirements, issuing visitor credentials, and directing traffic flow for warehouse and distribution operations.
• Support shipping and receiving operations by controlling access to docks and yard areas, documenting trailer and container activity, and coordinating with operations staff regarding authorized pickups and deliveries.
• Monitor alarms, CCTV, and access control systems and report irregular activity, property concerns, and policy violations according to site procedures to help to deter unauthorized access.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, complete reports as required, and conduct regular and random patrols of the facility interior, exterior, and perimeter areas.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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