Security Officer - Chemical Entry Control Full-Time

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 - Chemical Entry Control Full-Time in HOUSTON, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an Access Control Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor entry points and patrol designated areas within a chemical and petrochemical location. Your presence will help to deter security-related incidents while you interact with employees and visitors, providing outstanding customer service and clear communication. You will use company technology and follow established procedures to support a secure environment, all while embodying our core values of agility, reliability, and teamwork. This is an engaging opportunity to make a positive impact and be part of a caring company culture that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $14.00 / 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 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 clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities in a chemical or petrochemical facility.
• Monitor access points to help to deter unauthorized entry and maintain authorized access to the location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting details as required by Allied Universal and client protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the premises and perimeter of the location to help to deter suspicious activity and identify potential hazards or risks.
• Operate access control systems and verify credentials of personnel and visitors entering the facility.
• Report any unusual activity, hazards, or security-related incidents to the appropriate personnel in accordance with established procedures.
• Work collaboratively with site staff, visitors, and emergency responders as needed to support security-related operations and procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• Access control or badge experience is preferred.
• CPR or First Aid certification is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet 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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