Security Officer Entry Control
Company
Allied Universal
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Allied Universal
Job Description
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 Entry Control in Dallas, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic manufacturing and industrial location, where you will help monitor entry points, verify credentials, and support access control processes for employees, visitors, and deliveries. This role combines visible presence, routine patrols, and strong communication to help discourage security-related incidents while delivering customer service. Guided by a caring culture, teamwork, reliability, agility, innovation, and integrity, you will make a meaningful impact every day.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $16.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeFri02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat06:00 PM - 06:00 AMSun06:00 PM - 06:00 AM
What You'll Do:
• Provide customer service by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials, screen visitors, and maintain visitor logs and access records in accordance with site protocols.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around production areas, shipping and receiving zones, parking areas, and the perimeter, with working conditions that may vary by location.
• Support security-related operations by observing facility activity, reporting unusual conditions, and helping to deter unauthorized access, theft, and/or policy violations.
Minimum Requirements:
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.
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.
.
As a Security Officer Entry Control in Dallas, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic manufacturing and industrial location, where you will help monitor entry points, verify credentials, and support access control processes for employees, visitors, and deliveries. This role combines visible presence, routine patrols, and strong communication to help discourage security-related incidents while delivering customer service. Guided by a caring culture, teamwork, reliability, agility, innovation, and integrity, you will make a meaningful impact every day.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $16.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeFri02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat06:00 PM - 06:00 AMSun06:00 PM - 06:00 AM
What You'll Do:
• Provide customer service by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials, screen visitors, and maintain visitor logs and access records in accordance with site protocols.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around production areas, shipping and receiving zones, parking areas, and the perimeter, with working conditions that may vary by location.
• Support security-related operations by observing facility activity, reporting unusual conditions, and helping to deter unauthorized access, theft, and/or policy violations.
Minimum Requirements:
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.
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.
.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs
What is the federal minimum wage for security guard jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for security guards in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of January 1 2026. Non-exempt security guards must receive overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
How many hours per week can a security guard work before overtime applies in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, security guards receive overtime after 40 hours in a workweek at 1.5 times their regular rate as of 2026. Employers must pay this rate for every additional hour and maintain records for at least three years.
What education and experience are required to qualify for security guard jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, most security guard positions require a high school diploma or equivalent and no prior experience as of 2026. Employers often provide on-the-job training lasting 1 to 3 weeks before assignment.
What documents are needed to apply for a security guard job in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must provide a valid government-issued photo ID, Social Security card, and completed Form I-9 by the first day of employment as of 2026. Many states also require submission of a state-issued guard registration card before starting work.
