Security Officer Full Time Entrance Screening

Allied Universal; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal in Gaithersburg, MD is hiring a Security Officer Full Time Entrance Screening to protect clients across logistics and distribution locations. You will monitor access, screen personnel and visitors, and report security concerns while delivering friendly customer service and clear communication in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes maintaining a visible presence, adhering to post orders, and staying aware of screening equipment and access points to deter

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to provide excellent customer service while following site-specific screening procedures.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles (21+ for armed) and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screening required by employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific screening procedures and incident response as appropriate.
• Screen individuals, packages, and property entering or leaving the location per post orders and procedures.
• Observe screening equipment and access points, report prohibited items or unusual activity to site contacts or leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly, following escalation and communication protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of screening areas, loading zones, and perimeter; vary by location.

Skills

Customer service

Screening procedures

Communication

Problem solving

Patrols

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Screening equipment

Job description

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.

As a Security Officer Full Time Entrance Screening in Gaithersburg, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Screener in a logistics and distribution location, you will monitor access points, screen personnel and/or visitors, and report security-related concerns. You will maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents while delivering exceptional customer service and clear communication. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.43 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Wed 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Thur 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Fri 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Sat 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific screening procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Screen individuals, packages, and property entering or leaving the logistics and distribution location in accordance with post orders and applicable procedures.
• Observe screening equipment and access points, identify prohibited or unusual items or activity, and report findings to appropriate site contacts or Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and communication protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned screening areas, loading zones, business areas, and the perimeter, with working conditions varying by location.

Minimum Requirements:

• A guard card or license 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.