Access Control Security Officer - Chemical Site (Day Shift)

Allied Universal; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools access

Career growth opportunities

Health benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal® is seeking a Security Officer in Freeport, TX to safeguard clients across various industries, including chemical/petrochemical locations. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor activity, and provide professional customer service.

This full-time role involves patrolling sites, responding to incidents, and maintaining accurate records while upholding Allied Universal’s standards of integrity and quality service.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Valid driver’s license in the state where the job is located.
• TSA issued TWIC credential.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply.
• Driver’s license required only for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, contractors, and drivers by following site-specific procedures, access control policies, and emergency response activities.
• Monitor and control access points, verify credentials and authorization, issue visitor and contractor passes, and maintain entry/exit records.
• Screen incoming deliveries, vehicles, and materials per site procedures and report unauthorized access or unusual activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly, following reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, buildings, parking areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Communication

Patrol/monitoring

Computer/tablet use

Education

TSA TWIC credential

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer/Tablet familiarity

Job description

Allied Universal® is seeking a Security Officer in Freeport, TX to safeguard clients across various industries, including chemical/petrochemical locations. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor activity, and provide professional customer service.

This full-time role involves patrolling sites, responding to incidents, and maintaining accurate records while upholding Allied Universal’s standards of integrity and quality service.