Security Officer Full Time Screening Operations

Allied Universal; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Full Time Screening Operations in Chester, VA. You will provide customer service and perform access screening at a technology and telecommunications location, monitoring entry points and ensuring authorized access.

The role emphasizes a visible presence, clear communication, and a security-minded, customer-friendly approach. Qualifications include a high school diploma, background check, and adherence to licensing requirements where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and working with the public is preferred.
• Ability to screen visitors and verify credentials using established procedures.
• Calm, professional response to incidents and security concerns is essential.
• Must meet age/licensing requirements and pass background checks where required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors and delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific access screening procedures.
• Screen individuals and authorized items entering the technology and telecommunications location using established procedures and screening equipment.
• Verify credentials, visitor authorizations, and access permissions before permitting entry to restricted areas.
• Respond to incidents and security concerns in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of screening areas, entry points, and the perimeter to deter unauthorized access.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

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 Screening Operations in Chester, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Screener in a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will help maintain a secure environment by monitoring access points, screening visitors and personnel, and reporting security-related concerns. Your visible presence, clear communication, and customer-focused approach will help deter incidents while supporting a welcoming experience. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where integrity, innovation, and a caring culture put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Fri: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Sat: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Sun: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific access screening procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Screen individuals and authorized items entering the technology and telecommunications location using established procedures and screening equipment.
• Verify credentials, visitor authorizations, and access permissions before permitting entry to restricted areas.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned screening areas, entry points, and the surrounding business perimeter to help deter unauthorized access.

Minimum Requirements:

• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• 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.
• 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.

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.