Security Officer

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 Access Verification Driver in La Porte, TX , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. At a chemical and petrochemical location, Allied Universal officers in this access control role monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor and vehicle access, and complete routine patrols to help support a secure environment. This is a driving post, offering the chance to stay active, provide outstanding customer service, and deliver dependable security-related support with agility, teamwork, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $14.79 / Hour

Pre-Employment Requirements (Contractual)

Valid Driver's License - In Job State (C124)
TSA Issued TWIC

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed11:30 PM - 05:30 AMThur05:30 PM - 05:30 AMFri05:30 PM - 05:30 AMSat05:30 PM - 05:30 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to all visitors, contractors, and employees by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a chemical and petrochemical location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, check credentials and authorizations, and document visitor, contractor, and vehicle activity in support of site access requirements.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, controlled areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity and support security-related policies.
• Prepare clear reports of daily activities, access control events, and incident details, and report maintenance concerns, policy issues, and/or suspicious behavior to site leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• A TSA issued TWIC is required.
• A guard card and/or license 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.

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:

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Requisition ID

2026-1627867