Security Guard – Overnights – Distribution Center

Allied Universal; Independence (KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, invites you to join as a Security Guard – Overnights – Distribution Center in Independence, KY. You’ll deliver customer service, deter security incidents, and support access control within a logistics environment.

The role is full-time with an overnight schedule (Mon–Sun 10:00 PM–06:00 AM) at a distribution location. A high school diploma is required; background checks and drug screening are standard, with

Qualifications

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Background check as per federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required.
• Valid driver’s license for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of loading areas, parking areas, entry and exit points, trailers, the facility perimeter, and other assigned areas to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry for employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; document observations and promptly report concerns to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision.
• Observe and report unusual conditions, damaged property, unsecured doors or gates, and potential hazards while maintaining accurate daily activity and incident reports.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

As a Security Guard – Overnights – Distribution Center in Independence, KY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a logistics and distribution location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support access control and site operations. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly with team members and visitors, and embody Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, caring, and integrity-driven values.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.22 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

Mon10:00 PM – 06:00 AM

Tue10:00 PM – 06:00 AM

Fri10:00 PM – 06:00 AM

Sat10:00 PM – 06:00 AM

Sun10:00 PM – 06:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.

• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of loading areas, parking areas, entry and exit points, trailers, the facility perimeter, and other assigned areas to help deter unauthorized activity.

• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry for employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel in accordance with site procedures.

• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; document observations and promptly report concerns to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision.

• Observe and report unusual conditions, damaged property, unsecured doors or gates, and potential hazards while maintaining accurate daily activity and incident reports.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

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 .

Job ID: 2026-1647607

Location: United States-Kentucky-Independence

Job Category: Security Officer, Security Guard