Security Officer Access Specialist
As a Security Officer Access Specialist in Nicholasville, KY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, where you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, and support a smooth flow of visitors, team members, and deliveries. This role combines customer service, communication, and attention to detail to help with security-related operations. Guided by our values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity, you will play an important part in a caring, people-first culture.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
What You'll Do:
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Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and drivers by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
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Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and shipping documentation, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas, docks, yards, and other operational spaces.
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Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting security-related concerns and communicating with site contacts as needed.
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Conduct regular and random patrols around the building perimeter, parking areas, trailer yards, and access points, with working environments and conditions varying by location.
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Maintain accurate visitor, vehicle, and delivery records, report unusual activity, and support day-to-day security-related operations tied to high-volume distribution activity.
Minimum Requirements:
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Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
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Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
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Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
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As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
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Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
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As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
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Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
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A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
Why Join Us:
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Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
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Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
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Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
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Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
