Security Officer

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 Checkpoint Screener in Somerset, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As a Screener with Allied Universal, you will help monitor access at a busy logistics location, screen visitors and/or team members, and support daily operations through visible presence, strong communication, and attentive observation. This role offers the opportunity to provide outstanding customer service while helping address security‑related concerns.

Join a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity in every interaction.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Tue: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Wed: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Thur: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Fri: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Sat: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

• Provide customer service by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to the location.
• Screen employees, visitors, contractors, and/or deliveries entering or exiting the location in accordance with site‑specific access procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and reporting concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, as assigned, noting unusual activity and helping to deter unauthorized access.
• Monitor entry points, verify credentials and/or authorizations, and communicate clearly with personnel regarding screening requirements and site expectations.

• 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.

• 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.

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:

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