Security Officer Part Time Access Control

Allied Universal; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Savings Plan

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Part Time Access Control in Kingsport, TN. You will help safeguard clients across industries, focusing on access control and customer service, with a path to expand into patrol roles at chemical and petrochemical sites.

The role features a part-time schedule, includes a pay rate of $15.34 per hour, and emphasizes flexible shifts and opportunities to learn via our Shift-claim platform. Join a team that values agility, reliability, and integrity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Valid driver's license required per policy.
• Pass drug screen and licensing rules as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out security procedures and policies.
• Respond to incidents and alarms calmly following site protocols.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of facilities and perimeter to report unusual activity.
• Monitor access, verify credentials, document visitor and vehicle activity.
• Report security incidents and hazards through required channels.

Skills

Customer service

Access control experience

Badge management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer/Tablet use

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 Part Time Access Control in Kingsport, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Driving Unarmed Patrol Officer at a chemical and petrochemical location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, support access control activities, and provide outstanding customer service. Using communication and technology skills, you will document observations and assist visitors and personnel while representing Allied Universal’s values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $15.34 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Tue 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
• Fri 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, hazardous-material concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of chemical and petrochemical facility buildings, access points, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual activity or conditions.
• Monitor and control access to designated areas, verify credentials as required, and document visitor, contractor, and vehicle activity in accordance with site procedures.
• Report security-related incidents, maintenance concerns, and potential hazards promptly through required communication and reporting channels.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.

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.