Security Officer - Access Control Specialist

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 - Access Control Specialist in Augusta, GA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer at a dynamic manufacturing and industrial location. In this role, you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, and conduct routine patrols to help deter security-related incidents. Your presence and exceptional customer service will contribute to a welcoming environment. Embrace our values of teamwork, integrity, and innovation as you support a people-first culture and deliver outstanding communication and support to all on site.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $14.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Assist with access control procedures at the location, verifying credentials and granting entry to authorized personnel and/or visitors.
• Monitor entry and exit points to help to deter unauthorized access and report any suspicious activity to the appropriate personnel.
• Provide customer service by answering questions, giving directions, and offering assistance as needed to employees and/or visitors.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the facility and perimeter to observe for unusual or prohibited activities.
• Document and report security-related incidents, observations, and activities according to site and Allied Universal guidelines.
• Support emergency response efforts as directed, including assisting with evacuations or other procedures specific to the manufacturing and industrial environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Access control and badge experience 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.

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: www.aus.com.

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