Security Officer - Flexible Shifts & Growth Path

Alliedbarton Security Services; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 38,573,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn More, Claim-A-Shift

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Flex Access Control in Harrisburg, PA. You will work 30–40 hours weekly with a flexible, last-minute shift schedule across multiple sites, supporting client needs and gaining industry experience.

Qualifications include high school diploma, ability to travel, reliable transportation, and readiness for background checks and drug screening. Pay rate starts at $18.56 per hour, with opportunities for growth within a leading security company.

Qualifications

• Be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Be available for last-minute shift scheduling.
• Be able to travel required distances for Branch Flex assignments.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

Skills

Flexible shifts

Reliable transportation

Last-minute scheduling

Travel to branch

Age 18+ (unarmed) / 21+ (armed)

High school diploma

Background check

Drug screen

Driver's license (driving roles)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Flex Access Control in Harrisburg, PA. You will work 30–40 hours weekly with a flexible, last-minute shift schedule across multiple sites, supporting client needs and gaining industry experience.

Qualifications include high school diploma, ability to travel, reliable transportation, and readiness for background checks and drug screening. Pay rate starts at $18.56 per hour, with opportunities for growth within a leading security company.