Unarmed Security Officer: Patrol & Access Control

Allied Universal; Lawnside (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools: exclusive shifts

Career growth opportunities

Medical and dental coverage

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an unarmed Security Officer for a Lawnside, NJ site. You will patrol, monitor access points, assist employees and visitors, and respond to incidents with calm problem-solving.

The role emphasizes customer service, security procedures, and shift handoffs in a fast-paced logistics environment. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, background checks, and a preference for CPR certification, a guard card, and badge experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check in accordance with laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, drivers, visitors, and vendors at a logistics/location site.
• Conduct routine patrols of loading areas, parking lots, entry points, trailer yards, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry per site policy.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies; alert appropriate contacts and services.
• Complete daily activity reports, incident documentation, and shift handoffs.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge experience

Computer/tablet use

Background checks

Drug screening

License/guard card

18+/21+ age rules

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking an unarmed Security Officer for a Lawnside, NJ site. You will patrol, monitor access points, assist employees and visitors, and respond to incidents with calm problem-solving.

The role emphasizes customer service, security procedures, and shift handoffs in a fast-paced logistics environment. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, background checks, and a preference for CPR certification, a guard card, and badge experience.