Security Officer Controlled Access

Alliedbarton Security Services; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Controlled Access in Milford, DE to safeguard clients across industries. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, and maintain a visible security presence to deter incidents.

This full-time role offers daytime shifts and an hourly pay of $17.25. Requirements include 6 months of security experience, 18+ (21+ for armed), a high school diploma, background check, and drug screening. Licensing may apply.

Qualifications

• Possess at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation will be conducted in accordance with laws.
• Allied Universal may consider qualified applications with criminal histories.
• Drug screen required as a condition of employment.
• Licensing requirements subject to state/local laws and regulations.
• A valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and delivery personnel while carrying out site-specific security procedures.
• Monitor and control access points by verifying credentials and directing authorized individuals.
• Screen incoming and outgoing traffic to protect production and distribution areas.
• Respond calmly to incidents and communicate relevant information to site leadership.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points and perimeter areas, reporting maintenance concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Controlled Access in Milford, DE, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a food and beverage location, you will help manage entry points, verify authorized access, and maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will communicate professionally with employees, visitors, and delivery personnel while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide how we serve our communities.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon08:00 AM - 04:00 PMTue08:00 AM - 04:00 PMWed08:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur08:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and delivery personnel while carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures, access‑control policies, and emergency response activities at a food production location.
• Monitor and control access points by verifying credentials, maintaining visitor and contractor entry records, and directing authorized individuals to designated areas.
• Screen incoming and outgoing traffic in accordance with site procedures, including deliveries and employee entry, to help protect controlled production and distribution areas.
• Respond to incidents, access‑control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner; document observations and promptly communicate relevant information to site leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, parking areas, facility grounds, and perimeter areas, reporting unusual conditions or maintenance concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 6 months of security‑related experience.
• 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.

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.