Security Officer Reception Check In

Allied Universal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools to claim shifts

Career growth opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Part Time Security Officer – Reception Check In to staff the front desk at a chemical/petrochemical site in Houston, TX. The role emphasizes professional first impressions, access control, visitor screening, badge management, and clear communication with employees and guests.

The schedule is weekend nights (Sat/Sun). The position offers a flexible part-time arrangement with opportunities to learn and claim additional shifts via our platform.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing may be required by state/local laws.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel at the front desk of a chemical and petrochemical location while following site-specific security-related procedures and policies.
• Manage visitor access by verifying identification, confirming authorization, issuing visitor credentials, and communicating arrival information to appropriate site contacts.
• Monitor front desk activity, access control systems, communications, and available alarm notifications; promptly report unusual activity or security-related concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting emergency personnel and following established response protocols when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and delivery records; provide directions and general site information while supporting a professional, welcoming reception environment.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Security procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

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 Reception Check In in Houston, TX, 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 Front Desk Security Professional at a chemical/petrochemical location, you will create a welcoming, professional first impression while supporting access control, visitor screening, badge management, and clear communication with employees and guests. Your visible presence will help deter security-related incidents and support a secure workplace. Join Allied Universal to deliver exceptional service with integrity, teamwork, reliability, and a people-first approach.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Sat 06:30 PM - 06:30 AM
• Sun 06:30 PM - 06:30 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel at the front desk of a chemical and petrochemical location while following site-specific security-related procedures and policies.
• Manage visitor access by verifying identification, confirming authorization, issuing visitor credentials, and communicating arrival information to appropriate site contacts.
• Monitor front desk activity, access control systems, communications, and available alarm notifications; promptly report unusual activity or security-related concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting emergency personnel and following established response protocols when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and delivery records; provide directions and general site information while supporting a professional, welcoming reception environment.

Minimum 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 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.