Security Officer Distribution Center

Alliedbarton Security Services; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Part Time Enhanced Security Officer for our Distribution Center in San Luis Obispo, CA. This role features a fixed anchor shift with the opportunity to earn additional hours through our scheduling platform, supporting income growth while ensuring reliable coverage.

The position focuses on access control, visitor management, and incident response, with a pay rate of $19.48 per hour. It offers part‑time hours with potential to scale up to a full schedule as needed.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation will be conducted per federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to drivers, visitors, and employees by carrying out access-control procedures and site policies.
• Monitor entry points and verify credentials and shipping-related documentation before granting access.
• Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and vehicle access records and manage credentials.
• Respond to incidents and access concerns calmly and communicate observations to appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entry areas and peri-urban zones to deter unauthorized access and report concerns.

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

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full‑time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Distribution Centerin San Luis Obispo, CA, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $19.48 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSun04:00 AM - 12:00 PM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part‑time hours this week and full‑time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part‑time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build‑up to a full‑time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to drivers, visitors, and employees by carrying out access‑control procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor vehicle and pedestrian entry points; verify credentials, shipping‑related documentation, and authorization before granting access in accordance with site procedures.
• Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and vehicle access records; issue and collect access credentials as directed by site policy.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner; promptly communicate observations to appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entry areas, loading zones, parking areas, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized access and report security‑related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

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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.