Security Officer Access Control Specialist

Alliedbarton Security Services; Myerstown (PA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Access Control Specialist in Myerstown, PA. You will manage entry, verify credentials, monitor activity, and deliver excellent customer service at a logistics and distribution site.

The role is full-time with a pay rate of $18.00 per hour, requiring strong computer skills and security experience. Responsibilities include monitoring access points, logging incidents, patrolling the premises, and following site procedures.

Qualifications

• Six months of security-related experience.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet for daily tasks.
• 18+ years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and enforce site policies at a logistics location.
• Verify credentials and control access; screen visitors and contractors.
• Respond to incidents and alarms following site procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of entry points and perimeters to detect unauthorized access.
• Document daily activities and events per site reporting procedures.

Skills

Access control

Customer service

Patrols

Education

High school diploma

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 Specialist in Myerstown, PA, 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 site entry, verify access credentials, monitor activity, and provide outstanding customer service to employees, visitors, and drivers. You will help maintain a professional presence that supports a secure environment while using communication and computer skills to document security-related activity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where caring culture, teamwork, and integrity come first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet (B204): Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in using computers or tablets, including familiarity with email applications, word processing software, and other relevant digital tools.
• Security Experience - 6+ Months (C112): Candidates must possess a minimum of six months of relevant security experience. This includes knowledge of data protection protocols, cybersecurity measures, and the ability to identify and respond to potential security threats.

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, access control requirements, and/or emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor and control access to the facility by verifying credentials, screening visitors and contractors, maintaining visitor logs, and directing authorized personnel to appropriate areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entry points, loading areas, parking areas, and the facility perimeter to help identify unauthorized access and report unusual activity.
• Document daily activities, access-related events, incidents, and observations in accordance with Allied Universal and site reporting procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, 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.

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.