Security Officer - Access Gate Control

Allied Universal; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Savings

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer in Detroit, MI to manage access control, verify credentials, and monitor entry points at a fast-paced logistics site. You will deliver courteous customer service while supporting a professional security environment.

The role emphasizes patrolling, incident response, and documentation of activities. Start on part-time shifts with a pay rate of $17.43 per hour and opportunities to earn more through shift-management tools and career growth

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors by following access-control procedures and site policies.
• Monitor and control entry/exit points; verify credentials and maintain visitor/access records.
• Respond to incidents and access concerns in a calm, problem-solving manner and notify leadership as directed.
• Conduct regular patrols of the distribution location, entrances, loading and parking areas, and perimeter points.
• Document daily activities and access-control issues using required logs and reporting tools.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Gate Control in Detroit, MI, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Access Control Officer at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and conduct routine patrols to help deter incidents. You will provide courteous customer service and clear communication while supporting a professional, security-related environment. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where caring culture, teamwork, innovation, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.43 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Thur: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Sat: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Sun: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, drivers, visitors, and vendors by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor and control entry and exit points for personnel, visitors, delivery vehicles, and commercial traffic; verify credentials and maintain visitor and access records in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the distribution location, including building entrances, loading areas, parking areas, and perimeter points, to help deter unauthorized access and report unusual conditions.
• Document daily activities, incidents, and access-control issues accurately and promptly using site-required logs and reporting tools.

Minimum Requirements:

• X-Ray screening experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.