Security Officer - Warehouse - Overnights

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 - Warehouse Access Control in Cedar Rapids, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, greet drivers and team members, and maintain clear visitor and delivery logs. You will remain visible, conduct routine patrols of assigned areas, and communicate concerns promptly to support security-related operations. At Allied Universal, you will bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset while working as a team with integrity and a people-first approach.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.75 / 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 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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to site employees, visitors, and drivers by following access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control entry and exit at gates and/or guard posts by verifying identification, badges, visitor logs, and delivery or pickup documentation for vehicles and pedestrians.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and access control systems to help identify unauthorized activity, then communicate observations and incidents to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, fire alarms, suspicious activity, and disputes at entrances or loading areas.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the building, yard, and perimeter with attention to docks, trailers, and restricted areas; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Minimum Requirements:

• Proof of a high school diploma or GED is required.
• 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.