Security Guard - Screening Specialist

Allied Universal; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Security Guard Full Time Screening Specialist to protect clients across logistics sectors. Operate screening equipment, monitor access, and perform routine inspections to maintain a secure environment.

The role emphasizes visible presence, professional communication, and customer-focused service to deter incidents while supporting efficient operations. Training and career growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required.
• License requirements may apply per state/local laws.
• Driver's license required only for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and delivery personnel while carrying out site-specific screening procedures, policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Screen employees, visitors, contractors, packages, and shipments in accordance with location procedures and applicable access requirements.
• Monitor entry points, screening equipment, and restricted areas; report unusual activity, prohibited items, or policy concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned screening areas, the facility, and perimeter to deter unauthorized access and maintain security awareness.

Skills

Customer service

Screening procedures

Access control

Emergency response

Patrols

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 Full Time Screening Specialist in Indianapolis, IN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Screener in a logistics and distribution location, you will help maintain a secure environment by operating screening equipment, monitoring access points, and conducting routine inspections of people, property, and packages. Your visible presence, professional communication, and customer-focused approach will help deter security-related incidents while supporting efficient operations. Join Allied Universal and bring integrity, teamwork, reliability, and an innovative mindset to a people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.22 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Tue 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Fri 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sat 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sun 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and/or delivery personnel while carrying out site-specific screening procedures, policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Screen employees, visitors, contractors, packages, and/or shipments in accordance with location procedures and applicable access requirements.
• Monitor entry points, screening equipment, and restricted areas; report unusual activity, prohibited items, or policy concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned screening areas, the facility, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized access and maintain awareness of security-related conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.
• Access control/badge experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.
• Customer service 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.

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.