Security Officer Full Time Access Point Operations

Allied Universal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools access

Career growth

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for full-time Access Point Operations in Houston, TX. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, and ensure a secure environment at government transportation locations, while delivering excellent visitor and staff service.

The role emphasizes attentive access-control procedures, reporting, and teamwork within a collaborative, safety-minded environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check as per federal, state, and local laws.
• Must be 18+ (21+ for armed) and pass a drug screen.
• Guard card or license preferred where applicable.
• Some roles require valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors and staff by following access-control procedures.
• Monitor entry/exit points and verify credentials to restrict access as required.
• Respond to incidents and alarms with calm, professional communication.
• Conduct routine patrols of access points and perimeter areas.
• Prepare accurate incident and activity reports per procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification

Guard card or license

Tools

Computer/tablet usage

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 Point Operations in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a government aviation location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and provide outstanding customer service to visitors and staff. You will remain visible, communicate professionally, and support a secure environment through attentive access-control procedures. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.97 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thur02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Fri02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, contractors, and passengers by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government transportation location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and authorizations, maintain visitor logs, and control access to restricted areas in accordance with established procedures.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, surrounding areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports of incidents, access-control activities, and observed conditions, following Allied Universal and site-specific reporting procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.
• A guard card or 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.

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. If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.