Security Officer Access Gatehouse

About the role

As a Security Officer Access Gatehouse in Kansas City, KS, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic chemical and petrochemical location, where you will help manage access control, monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors by following site-specific access control procedures, verifying credentials, and supporting security-related protocols at the location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, manage visitor and vendor sign-in processes, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas, materials, and equipment.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts, emergency services, and/or Allied Universal leadership as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, gates, yards, and perimeter areas to observe conditions, report unusual activity, and document security-related concerns.
• Support vehicle and delivery screening activities, maintain accurate logs and reports, and follow site procedures for hazardous or sensitive operational areas.

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.
• Pass a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Pass a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licenses 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.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license for driving positions only.

Skills

Skills required for this role include:

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to remain calm and problem-solve during incidents.
• Attention to detail and ability to document security-related concerns.
• Knowledge of site-specific access control procedures.

Benefits

Benefits offered include:

• Access to a retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.

Pay

$18.03 / Hour

Schedule

DayTime Mon08:00 PM - 04:00 AM Tue08:00 PM - 04:00 AM Wed08:00 PM - 04:00 AM Thu08:00 PM - 04:00 AM Fri08:00 PM - 04:00 AM

What We Offer

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.