Security Officer – Logistics Front Desk

Allied Universal; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer – Logistics Front Desk in Philadelphia, PA. You will greet visitors, manage access control, and serve as the first point of contact to deter security issues while delivering excellent customer service.

This full-time role requires a minimum of 1 year in security, a high school diploma, and the ability to pass background checks and drug screening. You will participate in emergency responses and maintain detailed front-desk logs and reports.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of security-related experience.
• 18+ years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors at the front desk per site policies.
• Monitor access to the location and verify credentials.
• Respond calmly to incidents following established protocols.
• Maintain logs and daily activity reports of the front desk.
• Assist with emergency response activities coordinating with management and authorities.
• Communicate professionally with staff and visitors to direct them appropriately.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Incident response

Communication

Education

High school diploma

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 – Logistics Front Desk in Philadelphia, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional with Allied Universal at a logistics and distribution location, you will serve as the first point of contact, greeting visitors and managing access control. Your presence helps to deter security-related incidents while delivering outstanding customer service. You will communicate clearly and uphold our values of integrity, teamwork, and reliability, contributing to a welcoming and secure environment for all who enter the facility.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon03:00 PM – 11:00 PMTue03:00 PM – 11:00 PMWed03:00 PM – 11:00 PMThur03:00 PM – 11:00 PMFri03:00 PM – 11:00 PM

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.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors at the front desk by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Monitor access to the location, verifying credentials and assisting with visitor management to help to deter unauthorized entry.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations at the front desk in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
• Maintain detailed logs and reports of daily activities, incidents, and any unusual occurrences at the front desk.
• Assist with emergency response activities as appropriate, coordinating with Allied Universal management and local authorities as needed.
• Communicate professionally with staff, visitors, and delivery personnel to address inquiries or direct them appropriately within the logistics and distribution location.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• 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.

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.

Requisition ID

2025-1505667