Allied Universal · 3 days ago
Security Officer - Armed Flex Gatehouse
Allied Universal is North America’s leading security and facility services company, offering rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose. As a Security Officer - Armed Flex Gatehouse, you will manage access control, verify credentials, and respond to incidents while maintaining a visible presence at a fast-paced food and beverage location.
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Responsibilities
Provide customer service to clients and site personnel by following access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a food and beverage location
Control entry and exit for employees, contractors, vendors, and visitors by checking identification, verifying authorization, issuing temporary badges, and maintaining security-related logs
Monitor inbound and outbound deliveries by coordinating with receiving staff, confirming appointments, and conducting visual checks of vehicles, trailers, and packages as permitted by site policy
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including escalating concerns to site management and/or dispatch and completing required documentation
Conduct regular and random patrols of entry points, dock areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized access and identify security-related hazards or irregular activity
Qualification
Required
An armed guard card/license is required
Be at least 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
As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law
Participate in industry-specific security training programs
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
Preferred
A state, county, or city issued security license is preferred
Customer service experience is preferred
Benefits
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.
Company
Allied Universal
Allied Universal is a security and facility services company that provides tailored security solutions and smart technology.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9BKey Investors
Warburg PincusLa Caisse
2019-12-13Acquired
2019-09-01Private Equity· $9B
2019-02-21Private Equity
Leadership Team
Recent News
2025-12-10
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