Security Officer Full Time - 1st Shift

Alliedbarton Security Services; Amana (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for full-time, 1st shift in Amana, IA. You will manage access, verify credentials, and patrol to deter incidents while delivering excellent customer service in a manufacturing/industrial setting.

The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and integrity within a people-first culture; a background check and drug screening are standard steps in the process.

Qualifications

• Loss prevention experience preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation will be conducted.
• Drug screen may be required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• A valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by following site-specific procedures and access-control policies.
• Monitor and control access by verifying credentials and managing visitor entry.
• Respond to incidents and security concerns per escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of assigned areas and perimeters to deter unauthorized access.
• Communicate policies and security activity professionally to employees and visitors.

Skills

Access control

Customer service

CPR certification

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer or tablet

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 - 1st Shift in Amana, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will help manage site entry, verify credentials, monitor access points, and conduct routine patrols to help deter incidents. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a welcoming environment for employees and visitors. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity guide our people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.06 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 03:00 PMTue07:00 AM - 03:00 PMWed07:00 AM - 03:00 PMSun07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor and control access to the manufacturing and industrial location by verifying credentials, managing visitor entry, and maintaining accurate access records.
• Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, entry points, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized access and identify security-related concerns.
• Communicate professionally with employees, visitors, contractors, and Allied Universal leadership regarding site policies and security-related activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfortable 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.

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.