Security Officer Trucking Facility

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 in Lewisville, 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 busy logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry and exit points, verify credentials, monitor activity using computer and/or tablet tools, and maintain a visible presence that can help reduce security-related incidents. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver's license. At Allied Universal, you will support a caring culture built on integrity, teamwork, and an agile, reliable, innovative approach to service.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.84 / 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 clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control access to the location by verifying identification, processing visitor and contractor check-in and/or check-out, and maintaining entry and exit logs per site requirements.
• Monitor inbound and outbound truck traffic at gates and/or docks by checking credentials, directing drivers to designated areas, and coordinating with site contacts as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including addressing access disputes, suspicious activity, and/or policy violations, and escalating per post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business, yard areas, dock lanes, parking areas, and perimeter, noting irregular conditions and reporting concerns through established channels.
• Perform screening and property control activities as directed, such as bag checks, package verification, and/or vehicle inspections, consistent with posted instructions and site policy.
• Operate and monitor access control systems, CCTV, alarms, and communication equipment, and complete required documentation for events, alarms, and service requests.
• Complete daily activity reports, incident reports, and other required logs in a clear, timely manner, and communicate pertinent information during shift transitions.
• Support loading and unloading operations by maintaining controlled access to restricted areas and assisting with crowd control during peak shipping and receiving periods.
• Provide directions and assistance to employees, drivers, and visitors while helping to maintain orderly movement through checkpoints, lobbies, and/or gate areas.
• Assist Allied Universal management and site leadership with compliance checks, key control, and credential accountability activities as assigned.
• Participate in drills and training, follow post orders and instructions, and report maintenance or operational issues impacting security-related operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21+ years of age.
• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• At this site there are limited on-site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet 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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