Security Officer Full Time Access Control

Alliedbarton Security Services; La Habra (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Benefits package (health, retirement)

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for Full Time Access Control at our La Habra, CA location. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, issue badges, and monitor access to support a secure environment.

Your role emphasizes customer service, adherence to site policies, and professional conduct while maintaining safety and awareness throughout the shift schedule.

Qualifications

• Guard Card or license preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles, 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent requirement.
• Background check and drug screen in compliance with laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service at access-controlled locations following site policies.
• Monitor entry/exit points, verify credentials, log visitors, and guide personnel.
• Respond to incidents calmly and notify site contacts and leadership as needed.
• Conduct regular patrols of entry points, loading areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Document daily activities and incidents per site procedures.

Skills

Access control experience

Badge management

Customer service

Age requirement

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 Full Time Access Control Distribution Centerin La Habra, CA, 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 manage entry points, verify credentials, issue badges, and monitor access activity to support a secure environment. You will maintain a professional presence, help deter security-related incidents, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed05:00 PM - 01:00 AMThur05:00 PM - 01:00 AMFri05:00 PM - 01:00 AMSat05:00 PM - 01:00 AMSun05:00 PM - 01:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and employees by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and authorized access, maintain visitor and driver logs, and direct personnel to appropriate check-in areas.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entry points, loading areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Document daily activities, incidents, and unusual occurrences accurately and promptly in accordance with site procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Access control and badge 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.