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Security Officer Screening Technician
Somerset, New Jersey Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Morning, Afternoon Req ID: 2026-1620450 Work Days Available: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Date posted: 06/27/2026
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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 Screening Technician in Somerset, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as a Screener in a fast-paced location, where you will help monitor access points, conduct screening procedures, and support a secure environment through strong communication and attentive presence. This role offers the opportunity to provide outstanding customer service, assist with routine site activities, and make a meaningful impact while working for a company that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeWed04:00 PM - 12:00 AMThur08:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 04:00 PMSat08:00 AM - 04:00 PMSun08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific screening procedures, access protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Screen visitors, team members, and/or deliveries entering the location in accordance with post orders and established security-related procedures.
- Monitor entry points and report suspicious activity, policy violations, and/or unusual conditions in a calm, problem-solving manner.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations by following site guidelines, documenting relevant details, and communicating with appropriate personnel.
- Conduct regular and random patrols around designated screening areas, entrances, and the surrounding perimeter as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- 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.
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