Security Guard Access Control - Utility Company

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 Access Control Credential Intake in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a utilities location, you will help maintain a secure environment by monitoring entry points, verifying credentials, managing visitor access, and conducting routine patrols. Your visible presence, clear communication, and customer-focused approach will help deter security-related incidents while supporting site operations. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity guide how we put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.87 - $18.87 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and utility personnel by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and authorization, manage visitor entry procedures, and maintain accurate access-related records in accordance with site policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; promptly communicate observations and escalate concerns through established channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned facilities, access points, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unauthorized activity or potential hazards.
• Support the continuity of utility operations by following post orders, documenting daily activities, and coordinating with site representatives and emergency responders as directed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a TSA-issued TWIC.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Have customer service experience, preferred.
• At this site there are limited on-site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.
• A guard card and/or license 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.

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.

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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