Security Officer Access Control Operations

Allied Universal; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Health benefits

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal in Torrance, CA is seeking a Security Officer Access Control Operations. You will manage entry points, verify badges, monitor activity, and support a welcoming environment for employees, drivers, and guests. This full-time role offers daytime and evening shifts with a pay rate of $19.00 per hour.

Join a team that emphasizes a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity while utilizing technology to document security activity and deter incidents.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of security-related experience.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required.
• Drug screen required.
• Licensing may be required by state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while enforcing site security procedures.
• Monitor entry/exit points and verify credentials.
• Control access to logistics areas per site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and report concerns to leadership.
• Conduct regular patrols to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Security procedures

Incident reporting

Patrols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer/Tablet

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 Torrance, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry points, verify badges and visitor access, monitor activity, and support a welcoming environment for employees, drivers, and guests. You will use technology to document security-related activity, communicate clearly, and help deter incidents through a visible presence. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity come first.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Tue 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Fri 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Sat 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Sun 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorization, and maintain accurate access and visitor records.
• Control access to logistics and distribution areas, including receiving, shipping, trailer, and warehouse locations, in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner and report security-related concerns to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, perimeter, parking areas, and operational zones to help to deter unauthorized activity; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Minimum Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.
• Access control and badge 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.

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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.