Security Officer Full Time Visitor Reception

Allied Universal; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal in Gahanna, OH is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Visitor Reception to welcome visitors, verify access, and monitor lobby activity at a utilities site. A valid driver’s license is required, and the role involves front desk duties and customer service.

The position is full time with a day-night schedule, and the company emphasizes safety, teamwork, and professional conduct. Allied Universal offers training and benefits as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation will be conducted in compliance with laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and employees at the front desk in a professional manner.
• Verify visitor credentials, issue temporary badges, maintain logs, and direct guests.
• Answer phones, provide information, and route requests to site contacts.
• Observe lobby activity, report suspicious activity, and deter unauthorized entry.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and emergencies per site procedures.

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 Visitor Reception in Gahanna, OH, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a utilities location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, monitor activity, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. This driving position requires a valid driver’s license. You will help create a professional, secure environment while supporting security-related procedures with integrity, teamwork, and the caring, reliable approach that defines Allied Universal.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.37 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon10:00 PM - 06:00 AMTue10:00 PM - 06:00 AMWed10:00 PM - 06:00 AMThur10:00 PM - 06:00 AMSun10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide exceptional customer service at the front desk by greeting visitors, employees, contractors, and delivery personnel in a professional manner.
• Monitor access to the utility location by verifying visitor credentials, issuing temporary access badges, maintaining visitor logs, and directing guests according to site-specific procedures.
• Answer and route incoming telephone calls, provide general information, and communicate routine requests to appropriate site contacts.
• Observe lobby and entry activity, report suspicious activity or access concerns, and help to deter unauthorized entry through courteous access-control procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific policies and emergency response procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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.