Security Officer - Manufacturing Facility

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 - Manufacturing Facility in Sterling Heights, MI, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Dispatch Officer at an aero and defense location, you will be the communication hub for security-related operations, monitoring systems and activity, coordinating officer response, and maintaining clear radio and phone communications. You will help support routine patrol coverage, document incidents, and provide professional customer service to employees and visitors. At Allied Universal, you will work as part of an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.50 / 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 personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an aero and defense location.
• Receive calls, alarms, radio traffic, and/or electronic notifications, prioritize requests for service, and dispatch Security Professionals and/or appropriate responders according to post orders and escalation guidelines.
• Monitor access control systems, CCTV, fire and intrusion panels, and/or other security-related systems, and communicate updates to on-site teams while helping to maintain accurate logs.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting actions taken and notifying supervision and/or client representatives as required by site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, production areas, and the perimeter when assigned, reporting hazards, suspicious activity, and/or policy violations through established reporting channels.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an active DoD Secret clearance.
• CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs 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.

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.

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