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 - Credential Desk in Lakeland, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry and exit points, check credentials, greet drivers and visitors, and support orderly traffic flow at the gate. You will conduct routine patrols of assigned areas, document security-related activity, and communicate clearly with site teams. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first mindset to every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.00 / 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 access control and other security-related procedures, following site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Control entry and exit for employees, visitors, and/or contractors by verifying identification, issuing temporary credentials, maintaining visitor logs, and directing arrivals to the proper check-in areas.
• Manage vehicle and trailer access at gates and/or loading areas by checking driver credentials, documenting inbound and outbound movements, and communicating with site personnel regarding deliveries and pickups.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and other security-related systems and report unusual activity, policy violations, and/or hazards according to post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and conduct regular and random patrols around the building, yard, and perimeter as required by the post assignment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 2+ years of security-related experience.
• 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.