Security Officer Full Time

Alliedbarton Security Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 56,019,000 - 75,652,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Full Time in Van Nuys, CA. You will manage access, greet visitors, and support security procedures at an aerospace/defense site while delivering outstanding customer service.

The position is full time with a daytime schedule and a pay rate of $23.00 per hour. Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and a responsive security presence for clients and employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of security-related experience.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• State/county/city-issued security license preferred.
• Ability to use a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Age 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check will be conducted per laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors per site procedures.
• Staff the front desk, screen visitors, verify credentials, issue badges, and maintain records.
• Monitor access points and communications; escalate concerns per site procedures.
• Respond to incidents calmly and document actions taken.
• Support a professional reception environment by answering phones and directing guests.

Skills

Customer service

Security experience

Computer usage

Education

Guard card or license

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 in Van Nuys, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional supporting a dynamic aerospace and defense location, you will serve as a welcoming, professional presence for visitors and personnel. You will manage access, monitor entry activity, communicate clearly, and support security-related procedures while delivering exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:30 PMFri02:00 PM - 10:30 PMSat02:00 PM - 10:30 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control policies, and emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Staff the front desk, greet and screen visitors, verify credentials and appointments, issue visitor badges, and maintain accurate visitor and contractor records.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity, and security-related communications, escalating unusual activity or access concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, contacting appropriate personnel and documenting actions taken.
• Support a professional reception environment by answering phones, directing guests, and communicating clearly with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least one year of security-related experience.
• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.
• Possession of a state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service 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.

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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.