Security Officer Full Time Screening Operations

Allied Universal; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement plan

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for a full-time screening operations role in Oakland, CA. You will monitor entry points, screen personnel and visitors, and support access procedures while delivering strong customer service.

You will conduct patrols, respond calmly to incidents, and report concerns to site contacts. This position emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and community safety, with a daytime schedule and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.
• Licensing requirements vary by state/local laws.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out site-specific screening procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Screen personnel, visitors, packages, and/or shipments in accordance with established access-control and screening procedures.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, documentation, and authorization for entry to restricted operational areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly reporting concerns to appropriate site contacts.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of screening areas, loading zones, facility grounds, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Screening procedures

Access control

Patrols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Screening Operations in Oakland, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Screener at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location. You will monitor entry points, screen personnel and visitors, support access procedures, and report security-related concerns while delivering outstanding customer service. Your visible presence and clear communication will help maintain an orderly environment. Be part of an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$21.95 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeWed06:45 AM - 03:15 PM
Thur06:45 AM - 03:15 PM
Fri06:45 AM - 03:15 PM
Sat06:45 AM - 03:15 PM
Sun06:45 AM - 03:15 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out site-specific screening procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Screen personnel, visitors, packages, and/or shipments in accordance with established access-control and screening procedures.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, documentation, and authorization for entry to restricted operational areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly reporting concerns to appropriate site contacts.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of screening areas, loading zones, facility grounds, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience 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.

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.