Security Officer Access Control Operations

Allied Universal; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, invites you to join a dynamic team in Torrance, CA as a Security Officer Access Control Operations. You will safeguard clients, manage entry points, verify badges, and support a welcoming environment for employees, drivers, and guests.

As part of a site-based security team, you will use technology to document activity, monitor access, and respond to incidents with professionalism.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• 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+ for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• 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 deter unauthorized activity; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

Badge systems

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 Operations in Torrance, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such 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:

• Mon: 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.

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