Security Officer Full Time Badge Authorization

Allied Universal; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Exclusive Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Badge Authorization in Wilmington, DE to safeguard clients across industries, with a focus on chemical/petrochemical locations. You will manage site entry, verify credentials, and support a welcoming, controlled environment.

The role emphasizes customer service, vigilant access control, and adherence to post orders. Prior security/badge experience and a high school diploma are preferred.

Qualifications

• At least six months of security experience.
• Badge/access-control experience preferred.
• Comfort with computer or tablet use.
• 18+ for unarmed, 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required by law.
• Licensing rules may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and drivers at a chemical/petrochemical site.
• Verify IDs, credentials, and visitor/contractor access requirements.
• Monitor access points and logs; maintain entry records.
• Respond to incidents and alarms per post orders and procedures.
• Conduct patrols to deter unauthorized access and identify concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Credential verification

Log maintenance

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer/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 Badge Authorization in Wilmington, DE, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a chemical/petrochemical location, you will manage site entry, verify credentials, monitor access points, and support a welcoming, controlled environment for employees and visitors. You will use communication and customer service skills to help address security-related concerns while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, and people-first culture with integrity and teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed04:00 PM - 12:00 AMThur04:00 PM - 12:00 AMFri04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSat04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSun04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and drivers by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a chemical/petrochemical location.
• Verify identification, credentials, visitor authorizations, and contractor access requirements before permitting entry to controlled areas.
• Monitor access points, gates, and visitor management systems; maintain accurate logs of entries, exits, deliveries, and unusual activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, facility grounds, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized access and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least six months of security-related experience is required.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfortability 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.

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.