Birmingham, AL, USA
17 hours ago
Security Officer - Gatehouse Patrol

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 - GatehousePatrol in Birmingham, AL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Allied Universal Access Control Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will help manage entry and exit points, greet employees and visitors, verify credentials, and document activity using site systems. You will maintain a visible presence, communicate clearly, and support a professional environment that helps to deter security-related incidents. Guided by our agile, reliable, and innovative approach, you will work as a team, lead with integrity, and put people first.

Position Type: Flex

Pay Rate: $15.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

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:

Provide customer service to site employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an industrial manufacturing location.Control access at entrances and vehicle gates by verifying identification and/or authorization, issuing temporary credentials, maintaining visitor and delivery logs, and directing traffic flow to approved areas.Monitor cameras, alarms, radios, and access control systems, and report irregular conditions according to post orders and Allied Universal guidelines.Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications, documenting actions taken, and coordinating with site personnel and/or emergency services as directed.Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, production-adjacent areas, parking lots, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized access and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.Customer service experience is preferred.A guard card/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.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

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