Security Officer Screening Associate

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 Screening Associate in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Screener at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, where you will monitor entry points, conduct screening activities, and support a professional environment through strong communication and customer service. This role offers the chance to stay active, remain visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and bring our agile, reliable, and innovative approach to a team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.33 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service to visitors, drivers, and employees by carrying out site-specific screening procedures, access control activities, and emergency response actions when appropriate.
• Screen individuals, personal property, packages, and/or vehicles entering or leaving the location in accordance with post orders and established screening protocols.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials, and report unusual activity, policy violations, and/or prohibited items in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations with professionalism, document observations, and communicate relevant information to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, noting security-related concerns and helping to deter unauthorized access or suspicious activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 2+ years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

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.