As a **Security Officer Access Control** in **Lynchburg, VA** , 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 monitor access points, verify credentials, manage badge activity, and support security-related operations with professionalism and strong communication. This role combines customer service, technology use, and visible presence to help to deter incidents while delivering a caring, reliable experience built on teamwork, integrity, and innovation.
**Position Type: Full Time**
**Pay Rate: $21.63 / Hour**
**Job Schedule:**
**Day** **Time**
Mon10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
Wed02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sat10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
Sun10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
**What You'll Do:**
+ Provide customer service by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
+ Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor records, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.
+ Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting security-related concerns and/or unusual activity.
+ Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, production areas, parking areas, and perimeter points, with working environments and conditions that may vary by location.
+ Communicate with employees, visitors, and site contacts regarding access procedures, deliveries, and security-related protocols, while reporting maintenance issues and/or hazards observed during assigned duties.
**Minimum Requirements:**
+ Be at least 21 years of age.
+ Alarm panel experience is preferred.
+ Customer service experience is preferred.
+ Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
+ Being 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.
**Job ID:** 2026-1603585
**Location:** United States-Virginia-Lynchburg
**Job Category:** Security Officer