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 - Utilities Front Desk in Philadelphia, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As a Front Desk Security Officer at a leading utilities location, you will be the first point of contact, providing a welcoming presence and assisting visitors and employees with access control and badge procedures. You will help to deter security-related incidents through your attentive customer service and communication skills, all while upholding the high standards of Allied Universal. Join a team that values reliability, innovation, and integrity, and take pride in creating a positive and professional environment where people come first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.50 / 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 visitors, employees, and contractors by following security-related procedures and site-specific policies at the front desk of the location.
• Monitor and control access to the facility by verifying identification and/or credentials, maintaining visitor logs, and issuing badges as required.
• Respond to security-related incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following Allied Universal protocols and site instructions.
• Communicate and collaborate with client representatives, facility staff, and Allied Universal management regarding security-related matters and occurrences.
• Assist with emergency response activities in accordance with established procedures, including alerting appropriate personnel and providing information as needed.
• Maintain a visible and professional presence at the front desk to help to deter unauthorized activity and promote a secure environment.
• Document and report security-related incidents, observations, and daily activities through written and/or electronic means as required by site policy.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have at least 5 years of security-related experience.
• Access control and/or badge experience 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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