Security Officer Full Time - Utility Company

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Full Time Access Desk in New York, NY to monitor entry points, verify credentials, and safeguard staff and visitors. The role emphasizes professional communication, incident response, and adherence to site policies on a busy utility location.

You will work a daytime schedule, earn $18.30–$19.30 per hour, and join a team focused on safety and service. Prior security experience and a high school diploma are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• Comfort using computer or tablet preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Licensing requirements may apply.
• Driver's license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and utility personnel while following site policies and emergency procedures.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for personnel, visitors, deliveries, and vehicles.
• Issue and maintain records for visitor credentials, access cards, keys, and other controlled items.
• Respond to access control alarms and incidents in a calm, proactive manner and report concerns through proper channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, buildings, and perimeters to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge management

Computer proficiency

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 Access Desk in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a utility location, you will help maintain a welcoming, controlled environment by monitoring entry points, verifying credentials, managing badges, and documenting access-related activity. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate professionally with employees and visitors, and help deter unauthorized access. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.30 - $19.30 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 AM - 02:00 PMTue06:00 AM - 02:00 PMWed06:00 AM - 02:00 PMThur06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and utility personnel while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for personnel, visitors, deliveries, and vehicles entering or leaving the utility location.
• Issue, collect, and maintain records for visitor credentials, access cards, keys, and other controlled access items in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to access control alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly reporting concerns through established channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, buildings, operational areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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.

Licensed by the New York State Department of State

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1706807