Security Officer - Access Control Utilities Site

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 - Access Control Utilities Site in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer, where you'll play a key role in helping to deter security-related incidents and supporting a secure environment at a utilities location. Your responsibilities include monitoring access points, conducting routine patrols, and interacting with visitors and staff to provide exceptional customer service. Embrace the opportunity to work in a unique setting while upholding our values of teamwork, integrity, and putting people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.02 / 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 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 You'll Do:

• Monitor and control access to the location, verifying identification and credentials of individuals entering or exiting the premises.
• Assist with the implementation of site-specific policies and procedures related to access control.
• Provide customer service by addressing inquiries and assisting authorized personnel and visitors as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access or suspicious activity.
• Document and report security-related incidents, observations, and activities according to Allied Universal protocols.
• Support emergency response activities as required, including guiding individuals during evacuation or lockdown situations.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid New York State Security Guard License is required.
• A TSA issued Transportation Worker Identification Credential is required.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control or badge experience is preferred.
• At this site there are limited on-site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.
• 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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