Security Officer Gate Access (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 - Gate Access Patrol in HOPE, AR, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed Patrol Officer at a fast-paced food and beverage location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, stay visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and support employees, drivers, and visitors with strong customer service and clear communication. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver's license in the job state, backed by a team that acts with integrity and puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Must have a valid drivers license

Weekly Pay

Pay Rate: $17.00 / 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 by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a food and beverage manufacturing and distribution location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, fire alarms, and operational disruptions as directed by post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of production areas, warehouses, offices, parking lots, and perimeter routes to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access at designated entry points by checking identification, verifying visitor purpose, and directing vendors, drivers, and contractors according to site procedures.
• Monitor access gates, docks, and delivery traffic flow, helping to maintain orderly vehicle movement and reduce congestion during peak shipping and receiving periods.
• Complete routine patrol and incident documentation, including shift activity reports, incident reports, and maintenance and/or hazard observations, and route information to the appropriate contact.
• Operate and monitor security-related systems such as CCTV, intrusion alarms, radios, and access control systems, reporting abnormalities per site procedures.
• Provide professional assistance to employees and visitors by answering questions, giving directions, and escalating concerns to a supervisor and/or site management as needed.
• Support compliance with site rules related to restricted areas, sanitation zones, and controlled access points by providing reminders and requesting corrective action when required.
• Communicate with Allied Universal supervision, site contacts, and local emergency services when needed, maintaining clear radio and phone communications during routine operations and incidents.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver's license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or 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.

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