Security Screener

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Eight paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in New York, NY is seeking a Security Screener to join our canine group and work with SmartTech x-ray software to screen items and flag potential issues. You will support frontline security operations and communicate findings to baggage screeners and handlers.

The role requires being at least 18 (21 for armed roles), a high school diploma or 5 years of security experience, and the ability to pass background checks and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable security experience
• Background check conducted in accordance with federal, state, and local laws; criminal histories considered
• Drug screen required where permitted by law
• Prior work experience in a professional security setting
• Licensing requirements subject to state/local laws; valid driver’s license required for driving positions only

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out safety and security procedures and site policies
• Respond to incidents calmly and solve problems
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter
• Inspect items using x-ray viewing equipment to identify potential issues
• View bag and cargo images using remote screening equipment and alert relevant staff
• Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Company Overview:

Elevate your security career with Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services, a global leader in security and threat mitigation. We specialize in risk consulting, executive protection, intelligence, investigations, and emergency response, offering exciting career opportunities for professionals passionate about security and safety. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the security industry and make a meaningful impact. Explore key roles, such as executive protection agents, intelligence analysts, armed security operatives, x-ray screeners, and security consultants.

Job Description

Our canine group, under Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services, is hiring a Security Screener. The Security Screener will work with highly intelligent SmartTech x-ray software to inspect items, determine whether items contain objects that warrant further investigation, and alert baggage screeners or handlers to any possible problems.

PAY RATE: $25.00 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
• Inspect items, using x-ray viewing equipment, to determine whether items contain objects that warrant further investigation
• View images of bags and cargo, using remote screening equipment, and alert baggage screeners or handlers to any possible problems
• Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel

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, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• 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.
• Prior work experience in a professional security setting
• 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

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• Paid time off offered at an accrual rate of 1 hour per 25 hours worked on a weekly basis
• Eight paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues, and much more!

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