Security Officer - Screening Specialist

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.

As a Security Officer - Screening Specialist in Livonia, MI , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, support access points, and remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents. This unarmed role offers the chance to deliver great customer service and communication while working with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity in a people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.43 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and/or drivers by carrying out assigned security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a busy logistics and distribution location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting relevant details and reporting concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout loading areas, parking lots, entrances, trailer yards, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, check credentials, and/or observe the movement of people, vehicles, and deliveries to help to deter unauthorized entry and support site operations.
• Report hazards, equipment issues, suspicious activity, and/or policy violations, and follow post instructions when addressing routine issues, alarms, and after-hours activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.
• CPR and/or First Aid is preferred.
• 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.

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:

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