Security Officer - Access Control

Allied Universal; New Haven (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Progression AND Paid training!

Weekly Pay!

Uniforms and Equipment Provided at no

Excellent benefits!

Job summary

Allied Universal in New Haven, WV is seeking a Security Guard to cover full-time, temporary assignments. You will patrol designated areas on foot or by vehicle, monitor for security concerns, respond to emergencies, and assist staff and guests with professionalism.

Eligible candidates may need a high school diploma or 5 years of verifiable experience, plus background checks and drug screening as required. Training is provided and uniforms/equipment are supplied.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 5 years verifiable experience.
• Background check required by federal, state and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols on foot or in vehicle.
• Monitor for irregular or unsafe conditions and respond accordingly.
• Sound alarms or call police/fire as needed.
• Control entry points and monitor entrances/exits.
• Investigate incidents and maintain post logs.
• Assist customers, employees and visitors politely.
• Communicate effectively and document incidents.

Skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

5 years verifiable experience

Job description

Company 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.

Allied Universal is Now Hiring in New Haven, WV

Security Guard - Full Time - Temporary

Pay Rate: $17.39 / hour

We Offer

• Career Progression AND Paid training!
• Weekly Pay!
• Uniforms and Equipment Provided at no cost!
• Excellent benefits!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE)

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company or customer-owned vehicle
• 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
• No prior experience required
• Be at least 18 years of age, or higher if required by the state (21 years, if armed)
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments
• Be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public
• Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Active listening and problem-solving skills
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE)

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Company's retirement plans
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

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