Security Officer - Plant Entry Control

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 - Plant Entry Control in Winston Salem, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Allied Universal Security Officer at a busy manufacturing and industrial location, you will support access control by greeting employees and visitors, confirming credentials, and managing entry points. You will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and stay visible to help deter security-related incidents while providing clear, respectful communication. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part 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, vendors, employees, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control access at vehicle and/or pedestrian entry points by verifying credentials, issuing visitor passes, and directing authorized personnel to the appropriate location.
• Monitor and document inbound and outbound traffic, including employee arrivals, visitor check-in and check-out, and deliveries and/or shipments, in accordance with site procedures.
• Support shipping and receiving operations by coordinating with drivers and dock personnel, verifying delivery information, and reporting unusual activity.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting site leadership and/or emergency services as directed by post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the facility and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized entry, theft, and/or property damage. Working environments and conditions may vary by site.
• Operate security-related systems such as access control panels, alarms, radios, and/or video monitoring equipment, and report system issues to the appropriate contacts.
• Complete written and/or electronic reports, including daily activity logs, incident reports, and shift handoff notes, with clear and timely documentation.
• Provide directions and general assistance to visitors and employees while supporting site rules related to restricted areas, personal protective equipment requirements, and traffic flow.
• Participate in drills and follow established procedures for fire, severe weather, medical events, and/or other facility emergencies as directed by site policy.

Minimum Requirements:

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge 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.

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.