Security Officer - Logistics Screener

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 - Logistics Credential Desk in Perris, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will help monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage badging and visitor check-in, and maintain clear logs and communication. You will remain visible, conduct routine patrols, and respond to security-related concerns with strong customer service. Allied Universal is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture that puts people first and delivers through teamwork with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.56 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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 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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to site personnel, drivers, visitors and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control access at entry points by checking identification, verifying appointments and/or shipping documentation, issuing temporary badges and maintaining visitor, vehicle and key logs.
• Monitor inbound and outbound truck traffic at gates and yard areas by confirming trailer numbers, seal integrity, pickup and delivery information and directing drivers to designated check-in locations.
• Operate and monitor access control systems, alarms, radios and video surveillance equipment; report unusual activity and/or maintenance concerns per site procedure.
• Help to deter unauthorized entry and/or theft by enforcing posted rules for restricted areas, dock doors, employee entrances and perimeter access points.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, dock areas, parking lots and perimeter, noting hazards, suspicious conditions and/or policy violations for follow-up.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, fire alarms, vehicle accidents and/or disturbances; notify site leadership and emergency services as directed.
• Complete clear and accurate reports, incident documentation and shift logs, including access denials, deliveries, trailer moves, alarm events and policy-related contacts.
• Support loss prevention and shipping and receiving processes by observing high-value freight movement, checking for tampering indicators and reporting discrepancies through the proper channels.
• Provide assistance during peak logistics operations by coordinating with dispatch, warehouse teams and/or supervisors to maintain orderly access control and traffic flow.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 6+ months of security experience.
• Access control and/or badge experience 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.

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.

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