Security Guard Full Time Front Desk Alarm Monitoring

Allied Universal; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career growth

Retirement savings plan

Medical,dental,vision, basic life and

AD&D and disability insurance

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Security Guard for full-time front desk alarm monitoring. You will monitor alarms, manage access, greet visitors, and maintain a secure, professional environment at a logistics site.

The role emphasizes customer service, clear communication, and teamwork, with a daytime schedule. A background check and drug screen are required; licensing may be required by state law.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience required.
• Minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Alarm panel experience preferred.
• Age 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors, contractors, delivery personnel and employees; verify IDs and authorize access per site policies.
• Manage front-desk reception; maintain visitor logs and badges; answer calls and direct guests.
• Monitor access-control, cameras, alarms; report unusual activity or issues.
• Respond calmly to incidents and emergencies; coordinate with site contacts and responders.
• Maintain records and communicate clearly to deter unauthorized access.

Skills

Security experience

Typing 40 wpm

Customer service

Computer use

Alarm panel experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Alarm systems

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 Full Time Front Desk Alarm Monitoring in Milpitas, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a logistics and distribution location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, monitor security-related activity, and respond to alarms or incidents. You will provide outstanding customer service and clear communication while helping maintain an organized, professional environment. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon08:00 AM - 04:30 PMTue08:00 AM - 04:30 PMWed08:00 AM - 04:30 PMThur08:00 AM - 04:30 PMFri08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide exceptional customer service by greeting visitors, contractors, delivery personnel, and employees; verifying identification and authorizing access in accordance with site-specific policies.
• Manage front-desk reception activities, including maintaining visitor logs, issuing visitor badges, answering incoming calls, and directing guests to appropriate contacts or locations.
• Monitor access-control systems, cameras, alarms, and other security-related equipment; report unusual activity, access concerns, or equipment issues according to established procedures.
• Respond to incidents, emergency notifications, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site contacts and emergency responders as appropriate.
• Support security-related procedures within a logistics and distribution location by maintaining accurate records, communicating clearly with personnel, and helping to deter unauthorized access.

Minimum Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• A minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Alarm panel 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&DD, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID 2026-1687196