Security Officer - Distribution Facility - Access Control

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 - Distribution Facility - Access Control in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry and exit points, greet drivers and visitors, and confirm credentials and deliveries. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence that helps reduce security-related incidents, and report concerns with clear communication. With Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach while supporting smooth operations every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.33 / 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 drivers, visitors, and employees by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Control access at vehicle and pedestrian entry points by checking identification, verifying appointments and/or shipping documentation, issuing visitor credentials, and directing traffic to designated areas.
• Monitor and document inbound and outbound activity, including trailer movements and package processing areas as assigned, completing logs and reports according to post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying site contacts and/or emergency services per established protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, loading docks, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have a minimum of 2 or more years of security experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• X-Ray screening experience is preferred.
• Customer service 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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