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Security Officer - Full Time - 1st Shift

Allied Universal · Cedar Rapids, IA · 3 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$26/hrFull-time

About the role

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 an Access Control Officer in a manufacturing and industrial location, you will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor visitor and employee access, and report security-related concerns. You will maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents while delivering outstanding customer service and clear communication. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Responsibilities

  • Provide customer service to clients, employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
  • Monitor and control access to industrial facilities, construction areas, and restricted locations by verifying credentials, maintaining visitor and contractor logs, and issuing access badges or passes as authorized.
  • Respond to access-control alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and notifying appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, perimeter, entry points, parking areas, and restricted work zones to help identify unauthorized access and security-related concerns.
  • Maintain clear and accurate activity reports, incident documentation, and shift handoff communications in accordance with Allied Universal and site-specific requirements.

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.

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 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.

Pay

Pay Rate: $26.00 / Hour

Schedule

Job Schedule: Monday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, Friday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, Saturday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, Sunday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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