Security Officer - Logistics Gatehouse

About This Role

As a Part-Time Security Officer, you will provide security services and safeguard clients at a logistics gatehouse, primarily focusing on access control, verifying credentials, issuing badges, and monitoring key points to maintain traffic flow.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients at a logistics and distribution location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities
• Control access at gates, docks, and building entrances by verifying identification, checking visitor and contractor authorization, and issuing temporary credentials
• Manage driver check-in and check-out processes by confirming pickup and delivery appointments, directing traffic flow to assigned areas, and maintaining required entry logs
• Support shipping and receiving operations by coordinating with site contacts for trailer drop and hook, seal verification, and restricted-area access approvals
• Monitor access control systems, alarms, and cameras, and report unusual activity to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, disturbances, and traffic-related issues within the facility perimeter
• Complete required documentation such as incident reports, access logs, and shift activity reports
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, including parking areas, trailer yards, and exterior doors, noting and reporting hazards and/or suspicious conditions
• Assist with loss prevention support by observing for unauthorized entry attempts and/or policy violations that could help to deter theft and cargo tampering
• Communicate clearly with employees, visitors, drivers, and contractors to provide directions, answer questions, and de-escalate concerns
• Support emergency procedures by assisting with evacuations, staging areas, and accountability processes as directed by site leadership and/or emergency responders

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles (21+ for armed roles)
• High school diploma or equivalent

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

Nice to Have

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet
• Guard Card/license
• CPR certification
• Access control/badge experience

Benefits