Access Control Officer - Petrochemical Site (FT)

Allied Universal; Port Isabel (TX); On-site; USD 37,195,000 - 39,950,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a full-time Security Officer in Port Isabel, TX. You will protect personnel, visitors, and contractors at a chemical/petrochemical site, manage access control, and respond to incidents. The role emphasizes vigilance, professionalism, and teamwork within a respectful workplace.

Minimum requirements include 18+ (21+ for armed roles), a high school diploma or equivalent, and background checks. Drug screening and licensing considerations may apply by location.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to background investigation as required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply depending on state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at a chemical/petrochemical location by carrying out site-specific security procedures, access-control policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor and control access points by verifying credentials, authorizations, and visitor or contractor documentation per site requirements.
• Maintain accurate access-control records, issue and recover authorized badges or credentials, and report discrepancies through established procedures.
• Respond to access-control incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly, notifying appropriate site contacts and emergency personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, surrounding areas, and perimeter locations while observing for unusual activity or unauthorized entry.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a full-time Security Officer in Port Isabel, TX. You will protect personnel, visitors, and contractors at a chemical/petrochemical site, manage access control, and respond to incidents. The role emphasizes vigilance, professionalism, and teamwork within a respectful workplace.

Minimum requirements include 18+ (21+ for armed roles), a high school diploma or equivalent, and background checks. Drug screening and licensing considerations may apply by location.