Security Officer Full Time Airport Access Control

Allied Universal; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Training and development

Benefits program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for Full Time Airport Access Control in Costa Mesa, CA. The role focuses on protecting travelers and facilities, patrolling unarmed and monitoring access points with a strong emphasis on service and safety.

As part of a dynamic team, you will uphold policy, support emergency responses, and maintain professional communication with visitors and staff. A high school diploma is required, with background checks and drug screening conducted where required.

Qualifications

• Two years of security-related experience required.
• Ability to lift over 20 pounds preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted.
• Licensing may be required by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to travelers, visitors, employees, and vendors while following location policies.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly per established protocols.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of assigned areas and deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials, report concerns.
• Document observations and relay information to supervision and contacts.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Presence and deterrence

Computer/tablet use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

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 Airport Access Control in Costa Mesa, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, support access control activities, and communicate professionally with visitors and personnel. Bring your experience and customer service skills to a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team at Allied Universal, where integrity and teamwork guide every shift.

Position Type

Full Time / Mix Shifts

Pay Rate

$22.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 03:30 PMTue11:00 AM - 07:30 PMWed11:00 AM - 07:30 PMThur01:30 PM - 10:00 PMSun07:00 AM - 03:30 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to travelers, visitors, employees, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, suspicious activity, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established airport and government location protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned public areas, facilities, access points, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to restricted or controlled areas, verify credentials as directed, and report access-control concerns or policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Document observations, incidents, and patrol activities accurately; communicate relevant information to Allied Universal supervision and designated location contacts.

Minimum Requirements

• At least two years of security-related experience is required.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.

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.