Security Officer Access Control

Allied Universal; Oakland Township (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools program access

Career growth opportunities

Health benefits and retirement plan

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Access Control in Oakland, IA. You will monitor entry points, verify credentials, and manage visitor access to maintain a secure, welcoming environment for employees and visitors alike. The role involves documenting activity via on-site tools and may include driving as part of duties.

The position is full-time with a pay rate of $18.52 per hour. You will support incident response, patrol duties, and adherence to client site requirements in an

Qualifications

• Provides customer service to employees, visitors, contractors and delivery personnel.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Background check and drug screen are part of the employment process.
• Ages 18+ for unarmed roles (21+ for armed roles).

Responsibilities

• Monitor access points and verify credentials and visitor authorization.
• Maintain entry records and report suspicious activity to site leadership.
• Control vehicle, delivery and contractor access at an industrial site per site requirements.
• Respond to incidents calmly and follow escalation procedures.
• Perform regular patrols of access points, interior areas, and perimeter locations.

Skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Driver's license

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 Officer Access Control in Oakland, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor access, and help maintain a welcoming, secure environment. You will use technology to document activity, communicate professionally with employees and visitors, and may drive as part of assigned duties. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.52 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Wed - 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Thur - 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Fri - 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sat - 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sun - 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel while carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, maintain entry records, and report unauthorized access attempts or irregularities to site leadership.
• Assist with controlling vehicle, delivery, and contractor access at an industrial manufacturing location in accordance with established site requirements.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, interior areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity; working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.