Security Officer - Access Control Lobby Job at Allied Universal in Colonial Heig
Allied Universal, Colonial Heights, VA, US
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 - Access Control Lobby** in **Colonial Heights, VA** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Access Control Officer with Allied Universal, you will help to deter security-related incidents by monitoring entrances and exits at the location, conducting routine patrols, and maintaining a visible presence. You will provide exceptional customer service while upholding our values of teamwork, integrity, and putting people first. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a secure environment while building positive interactions with those on site.
- *Position Type: Full Time**
- *Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour**
- *Job Schedule:**
- *Day** **Time**
- **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 and Health Benefits:** Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- **Exclusive Perks:** Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
- Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and/or emergency response activities as needed.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
- Monitor and control access points to help to deter unauthorized entry and maintain a secure environment.
- Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, reporting any suspicious activity or security-related concerns.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of access control activities, incidents, and observations during each shift.
- Communicate professionally with clients, visitors, and team members to support a positive atmosphere and address security-related questions or concerns.
- A guard card or license 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.
- *Job ID:** 2025-1500471
- *Location:** United States-Virginia-Colonial Heights
- *Job Category:** Security Officer