Security Guard - Utilities Access Desk

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 Guard - Utilities Access Desk in Bronx, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As an Allied Universal Security Professional supporting a utilities location, you will focus on access control responsibilities. Your role involves monitoring entrances, verifying credentials, and helping to deter security-related incidents while maintaining a visible presence. You will interact with visitors and staff, providing exceptional customer service and communication. Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and innovation, and help create a welcoming environment that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.30 / 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:

• Monitor and control access to the location to help to deter unauthorized entry and maintain security-related protocols.
• Verify the identification of individuals entering and exiting the premises, following site-specific procedures.
• Provide customer service by addressing inquiries and assisting visitors and employees as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the facility and perimeter to help to deter security-related risks and observe for unusual activity.
• Document and report security-related incidents, observations, and activities according to company and client guidelines.
• Follow all site-specific policies and procedures, adapting to the unique needs of a utilities environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Access control or badge experience is preferred.
• Experience working at sites with limited on-site facilities such as portable toilets or rustic guard shacks 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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