Security Officer Access Control Patrol

About the role

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose. 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 served. As a Security Officer Access Control Patrol in Port Lavaca, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, managing entry points, verifying credentials, monitoring activity, maintaining a visible presence, and communicating professionally with employees, visitors, and contractors while supporting site procedures and providing exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Monitor and control access to the chemical and petrochemical location by verifying credentials, documenting visitor entry, and directing authorized personnel, contractors, and deliveries.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and emergency personnel as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, access points, parking areas, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Maintain accurate logs, incident reports, and access‑control records in accordance with site‑specific policies and Allied Universal procedures.

Requirements

• Possess a TSA‑issued Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Successful background investigation in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Pass a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Valid driver’s license (required for driving positions only).

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs (preferred).
• Possess a guard card or license (preferred).
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet (preferred).
• This is primarily a driving post.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.

Pay

$18.47 per hour

Schedule

• Thursday: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Friday: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Saturday: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Sunday: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM