Security Officer Access Control Systems Operator

Allied Universal; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools: Access to exclusive tech

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Access Control Systems Operator in Kearny, NJ. You will manage site access, verify credentials, monitor entry points, and deliver superior customer service to employees, visitors, and drivers at a logistics location.

The role emphasizes using technology and communication skills to support security operations while maintaining an organized environment. This full-time position offers education and growth opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Comfortably using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Experience with access control and badges is preferred.
• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to drivers, visitors, and/or employees at a logistics and distribution location by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and delivery appointments, maintain visitor and vehicle entry records, and direct authorized personnel to designated areas.
• Help to deter unauthorized access by observing incoming and outgoing traffic, reporting unusual activity, and following established escalation procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and/or emergency services as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking areas, and the business perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badges

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control system

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 Systems Operator in Kearny, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Security Professional at a logistics and distribution location, you will help manage site access, verify credentials, monitor entry points, and provide outstanding customer service to employees, visitors, and drivers. You will use communication and technology skills to support security-related operations while helping maintain an organized environment. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon04:00 PM - 12:00 AMTue04:00 PM - 12:00 AMWed04:00 PM - 12:00 AMThur04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to drivers, visitors, and/or employees at a logistics and distribution location by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.


• Monitor access points, verify credentials and delivery appointments, maintain visitor and vehicle entry records, and direct authorized personnel to designated areas.


• Help to deter unauthorized access by observing incoming and outgoing traffic, reporting unusual activity, and following established escalation procedures.


• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and/or emergency services as directed.


• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking areas, and the business perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

• Comfortably using a computer or tablet is preferred.


• Experience with access control and badges is preferred.


• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.


• Customer service 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.

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.