Security Officer Day Shift Weekdays Truck Gate

Alliedbarton Security Services; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 47,527,000 - 64,058,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial & Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Allentown, PA is hiring a Security Officer Full Time Access Oversight to safeguard clients across multiple industries, including food and beverage locations. You will monitor entry points, verify credentials, and document visitor activity, helping deter incidents with professional communication.

The role emphasizes daily shifts, customer service, and adherence to site procedures, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet for email communication and basic troubleshooting.
• Minimum age 18 for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen as required by law.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by enforcing site access protocols and security procedures.
• Monitor entry/exit, verify credentials, manage visitor access, and log access events.
• Respond to incidents calmly and report observations to site contacts or responders.
• Conduct patrols of assigned areas and perimeter for security concerns.
• Assist employees and visitors with access questions per procedures.

Skills

Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet (

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 Full Time Access Oversight in Allentown, PA, 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 maintain a secure environment by monitoring entry points, verifying access credentials, and documenting visitor activity. You will remain visible to help deter incidents, communicate professionally with employees and guests, and use computer or tablet systems to support access-control operations. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.50 / Hour

• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet (B204):Employees must demonstrate proficiency in using computers or tablets for email communication. This includes, but is not limited to:
  
  
  
  • Composing, sending, and receiving emails.
  
  
  • Attaching files and documents.
  
  
  • Utilizing email features such as CC, BCC, and folders.
  
  
  • Navigating email applications and understanding basic troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 03:00 PMTue07:00 AM - 03:00 PMWed07:00 AM - 03:00 PMThur07:00 AM - 03:00 PMFri07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, access-control protocols, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at a food and beverage production location.


• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials, manage visitor access, and maintain accurate access-related logs in accordance with site procedures.


• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly communicating observations to appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders.


• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, including the facility perimeter, to help identify unauthorized access, unusual activity, or site-policy concerns.


• Support a professional environment by assisting employees, contractors, and visitors with access-related questions while following established procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.