Security Officer Full Time - Afternoons

Allied Universal; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

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Health Benefits

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Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer for afternoons in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will safeguard clients across manufacturing and industrial sites, managing access points, verifying credentials, and delivering professional customer service.

The role emphasizes a visible presence, clear communication, and adherence to protocols, with full-time hours and a pay rate of $26.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 18 for unarmed or 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required under federal, state, local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing may be required by state/local laws; driver’s license for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, contractors, and visitors at access points.
• Monitor and manage entry points, verify credentials, and maintain access records.
• Respond calmly to incidents and alarms per escalation protocols.
• Conduct regular patrols of entrances, exteriors, and perimeters to deter unauthorized access.
• Communicate incidents and security observations to site personnel and leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Security Officer Full Time - Afternoons

Job Locations

US-IA-Cedar Rapids

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 - Afternoons in Cedar Rapids, 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 entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and provide professional customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors. You will support a secure environment through clear communication, attention to detail, and a visible presence. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $26.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Mon: 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Tue: 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Fri: 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sat: 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sun: 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor access points at a manufacturing and industrial location, verify credentials, manage visitor and contractor entry, and maintain required access records.
• Respond to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of designated entrances, exterior areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized access and identify security-related concerns.
• Communicate clearly with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership regarding incidents, access-control issues, and security-related observations.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1668791