Security Officer Visitor Access

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Visitor Access in Taftville, CT, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join Allied Universal at a busy retail location where you will monitor access points, verify credentials, and support security-related protocols while delivering outstanding customer service. In this access control role, you will remain visible, communicate clearly with guests and team members, and help to deter incidents through professionalism and awareness. Bring your integrity, reliability, and teamwork to a caring, innovative company that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeThur04:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat10:00 AM - 10:00 PMSun10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, associates, and vendors by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorization, and document deliveries, pickups, and other access-related activity in accordance with post procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report security-related concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the sales floor, stock areas, receiving zones, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access and identify unusual activity.
• Assist with closing and opening routines, help manage after-hours access, and support orderly traffic flow for employees, contractors, and/or guests entering the location.

Minimum Requirements:

• A guard card/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.

Closing

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1634625