Unarmed Security Patrol — Logistics Site & Growth

Allied Universal; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal in Knoxville, TN is seeking an unarmed Security Officer to monitor and safeguard a distribution facility, greet employees and visitors, and enforce site procedures. You will patrol, control access, and respond to incidents with calm, clear communication.

The role emphasizes customer service and teamwork within a caring culture that puts people first. Shifts include nights and weekends, with training and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and/or delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of the distribution facility, loading areas, parking lots, access points, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity or conditions.
• Monitor access to the location, verify authorized entry as directed by site procedures, and maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and vehicle documentation.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; report observations and complete required incident documentation.
• Help support the orderly movement of people and vehicles around shipping and receiving operations while maintaining awareness of security-related concerns.

Job description

Allied Universal in Knoxville, TN is seeking an unarmed Security Officer to monitor and safeguard a distribution facility, greet employees and visitors, and enforce site procedures. You will patrol, control access, and respond to incidents with calm, clear communication.

The role emphasizes customer service and teamwork within a caring culture that puts people first. Shifts include nights and weekends, with training and advancement opportunities.