Security Officer 5th Avenue South

Allied Universal; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings plan

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Texas City, TX is seeking a part-time Security Officer to protect sites in chemical/petrochemical environments. You will manage access control, greet visitors, verify credentials, monitor entry points, and respond to incidents with a calm, professional approach.

The role emphasizes flexible day schedules, TWIC credential, and reliable customer service. You will join a team committed to safety, integrity, and exceptional service for clients and communities.

Qualifications

• Possess a TSA-issued TWIC credential.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Background check and drug screen may be required by law.
• Valid driver license only for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors at a chemical/petrochemical location.
• Verify credentials and direct authorized individuals to appropriate areas.
• Monitor access points and report security concerns to supervision.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations following established protocols.
• Conduct regular patrols of assigned access-control areas and perimeter zones.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TWIC credential

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 Officer 5th Avenue South in Texas City, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Access Control Officer at a chemical/petrochemical location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and support a secure environment for personnel and visitors. You will provide professional customer service, communicate clearly, and use technology to document security-related information. Join Allied Universal's agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity come first.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $14.94 / Hour

Twic Required

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon04:00 AM - 08:00 AMTue04:00 AM - 08:00 AMWed04:00 AM - 08:00 AMThur04:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, contractors, and/or drivers by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a chemical/petrochemical location.
• Verify credentials, authorize entry in accordance with established procedures, maintain visitor and contractor records, and direct authorized individuals to appropriate areas.
• Monitor access points, gates, and/or entry systems; identify unauthorized access attempts; and promptly report security-related concerns to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific response protocols and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access-control areas, surrounding business locations, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess a TSA-issued TWIC.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.

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.