Security Officer - Utilities Front Desk Full-Time

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 - Utilities Front Desk Full-Time in Rye, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As a Front Desk professional with Allied Universal, you will be the first point of contact at a utilities location, welcoming visitors and supporting daily operations. Your role involves monitoring entry points, assisting guests, and helping to deter security-related incidents through your visible presence and excellent communication skills. You will interact with employees and guests while upholding our values of teamwork, reliability, and people-first service. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy providing outstanding customer service and who are comfortable using computer systems to support security-related processes.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.50 / 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Greet and assist visitors, employees, and contractors at the front desk, verifying credentials and providing directions as needed within the utilities location.
• Monitor access control systems and help to deter unauthorized entry by following site-specific policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate logs and records of all visitor and employee entries and departures at the front desk.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, initiating emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Communicate professionally and promptly with Allied Universal management, location staff, and emergency personnel as required.
• Remain alert and attentive at the front desk, observing for any suspicious activity and reporting security-related concerns according to established protocols.
• Provide customer service by answering questions and addressing concerns from building occupants and visitors in a courteous manner.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Must be comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• 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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