Security Officer Entry Control

Alliedbarton Security Services; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Entry Control Security Officer in Detroit, MI. The role focuses on safeguarding entry points, verifying credentials, managing badge access, and performing routine patrols to deter incidents while delivering professional customer service.

Position is full-time with a daytime shift pattern. The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent and background checks. Allied Universal emphasizes equal opportunity employment and community safety commitments.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, drivers, visitors, and employees while carrying out security-related procedures and policies.
• Monitor and control access points by checking credentials and directing authorized personnel.
• Help manage entry and movement of delivery vehicles and personnel following site procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents and escalate as needed to site contacts or responders.
• Conduct regular patrols of access areas, loading zones, and perimeter and report unusual conditions.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge experience

X-ray screening

Loss prevention

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 Entry Controlin Detroit, MI, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a logistics and distribution location, you will help maintain a secure environment by monitoring entry points, verifying credentials, managing badge access, and conducting routine patrols. You will remain visible to help deter security-related incidents while delivering professional customer service and clear communication. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.43 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 03:00 PMFri07:00 AM - 03:00 PMSat07:00 AM - 03:00 PMSun07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, drivers, visitors, and employees while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor and control access points at a logistics and distribution location by checking credentials, documenting visitor and contractor entry, and directing authorized personnel to designated areas.
• Help support the orderly movement of delivery vehicles and personnel by observing entry and exit activity, reporting access concerns, and following site-specific traffic procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access areas, loading zones, parking areas, and the perimeter, reporting unusual conditions or security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention 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.