Access Control Security Officer – Full Time

Allied Universal; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Financial and health benefits

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Access Control Checkpoint in Gastonia, NC. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and maintain a welcoming environment for employees and visitors.

The role requires reporting to site procedures, patrolling designated areas, and responding to incidents with professionalism while supporting a safe, secure workplace. Training and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.
• A Guard Card or license is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor and control access to automotive manufacturing, office, warehouse, and parking areas by verifying credentials, maintaining visitor records, and following established entry and exit procedures.
• Respond to access-control incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to appropriate personnel according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of designated access points, business areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Document incidents, access-control concerns, and unusual observations accurately and promptly in accordance with site-specific reporting requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Access Control Checkpoint in Gastonia, NC. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and maintain a welcoming environment for employees and visitors.

The role requires reporting to site procedures, patrolling designated areas, and responding to incidents with professionalism while supporting a safe, secure workplace. Training and growth opportunities are available.