Security Officer Access Control Operations

Allied Universal; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Access Control Operations in Harrisburg, PA to monitor entry points, verify credentials, and provide professional customer service to drivers, visitors, employees, and vendors at a logistics and distribution site.

You will conduct patrols, respond to incidents, maintain records, and follow site procedures while upholding safety and security standards. This is a full-time role with a daytime schedule, offering benefits in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Applicants will be subject to a background investigation.
• Drug screen will be administered as permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws and regulations.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to drivers, visitors, employees, and/or vendors by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and delivery appointments as directed, and maintain accurate visitor, vehicle, and access records.
• Respond to access-related incidents, delivery traffic concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating issues according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, including perimeter access points, parking areas, loading docks, and trailer yards, to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Report security-related observations, access discrepancies, and maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel in accordance with site policies.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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 Access Control Operations in Harrisburg, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer supporting a fast‑paced logistics and distribution location. You will manage access points, verify credentials, monitor activity, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Guided by integrity, teamwork, reliability, agility, and innovation, you will help create a welcoming, controlled environment for employees, visitors, and deliveries.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$18.50 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM Tue 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM Wed 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM Thur 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM Fri 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to drivers, visitors, employees, and/or vendors by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and delivery appointments as directed, and maintain accurate visitor, vehicle, and access records.
• Respond to access-related incidents, delivery traffic concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating issues according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, including perimeter access points, parking areas, loading docks, and trailer yards, to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Report security-related observations, access discrepancies, and maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel in accordance with site policies.

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.

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.