Security Officer - Distribution Access Control

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 - Distribution Access Control in Cleveland, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer in a dynamic logistics and distribution environment. You will monitor entrances and exits, manage badge access, respond to alarm panels, and conduct regular patrols to help to deter security-related incidents. Your visible presence and professional communication will help create a welcoming atmosphere, while supporting a secure environment for all personnel and visitors. At Allied Universal, we value teamwork, agility, and integrity, and our caring culture puts people first, making this a great opportunity to grow your skills and make a meaningful impact.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $14.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Why Join Us:

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 You'll Do:

• Monitor and control access points to the logistics and distribution location, verifying credentials and granting entry to authorized personnel, visitors, and vehicles.
• Provide customer service to clients and visitors by responding to inquiries and assisting with site-specific protocols and procedures.
• Carry out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, including responding to alarms and assisting with emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating issues as needed according to site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the facility and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access and report suspicious activity.
• Maintain accurate records of access control activities, incidents, and observations in logs as required by the location's protocols.
• Collaborate with site management and Allied Universal supervisors to communicate issues or concerns related to security-related matters at the location.

Minimum Requirements:

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Experience with access control systems and/or badge systems is preferred.
• Experience with alarm panels is preferred.
• A Security Professional Guard Card is preferred.
• Candidates who are comfortable using a computer or tablet are 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.

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

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