Security Guard Access Control Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Guard Access Control Patrol in Boston, MA. You will monitor entrances, perform routine unarmed patrols, and provide professional customer service to employees and visitors at a financial institution location.

The role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to site procedures, with a schedule including daytime shifts. A minimum of 2 years security experience and a high school diploma are required for full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of security-related experience.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees and visitors at a financial institution per site policies and emergency procedures.
• Respond to incidents and security concerns calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of the facility, offices, parking areas, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization, maintain incident logs.
• Communicate security findings and actions to site personnel and leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

Badge reader experience

CPR certification

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 Guard Access Control Patrol in Boston, MA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Security Officer supporting a financial institution location. You will monitor access points, conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide professional customer service to employees and visitors. Using strong communication and teamwork, you will respond to security-related concerns with integrity while contributing to a welcoming, professional environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.05 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon03:00 PM - 11:00 PMThur03:00 PM - 11:00 PMFri03:00 PM - 11:00 PMSat03:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and other stakeholders at a financial institution by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, offices, parking areas, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity and report observations.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization as directed by site procedures, and maintain accurate logs and incident documentation.
• Communicate professionally with site personnel, visitors, and Allied Universal leadership regarding security-related concerns, patrol findings, and response actions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• 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.

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: www.aus.com.

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