Security Officer Screening Agent

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Screening Agent in Somerset, NJ , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as a Screener at a fast-paced logistics location, where you will help monitor access points, screen visitors and/or materials, and support a smooth flow of daily operations. This role blends strong communication, customer service, and attention to detail while helping to discourage security-related incidents. Be part of a team that leads with integrity, reliability, innovation, and a people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed12:00 AM - 08:00 AMThur12:00 AM - 08:00 AMFri12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSat12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out screening procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at the location.
• Screen employees, visitors, and/or deliveries entering designated areas while following post instructions and reporting irregularities to site contacts.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observed activity and communicating with appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, with working environments and conditions varying by site.
• Help to deter unauthorized access and/or prohibited items through attentive monitoring of entry points, badges, packages, and screening equipment as assigned.

Minimum 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.

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.

Closing

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:

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit:

Requisition ID

2026-1628989