Physical Security Coordinator

Security Phoenix, Arizona


Description

Position at Swift Transportation

Pay Range: $19.47 - $26.68 Hourly

Job Responsibilities: What you will do

Collaborate with vendor responsible for employee accessibility to Knight-Swift buildings. Perform initial trouble-shooting assessment as to why badge equipment is not functioning accurately while assisting in daily security operations, security alarm monitoring, and managing the physical security service at the terminals. Work with various Knight-Swift business units and execute security for facility projects and special events.

  Oversee and manage the company’s nationwide access control and badging program, ensuring standardized processes, compliance, and accurate record retention.
  Administer and configure access control systems, including creation and maintenance of access levels, user groups, segmentation, and system permissions.
  Coordinate the troubleshooting and lifecycle management of physical security systems, including gates, fencing, and access control infrastructure, supporting a rapidly expanded national workload.
  Manage and track physical security work orders end-to-end, including vendor scheduling, parts coordination, and communication with terminal operations or claims to ensure timely resolution.
  Review, track, and process departmental invoices; partner with vendors and Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely payment for security services and equipment.
  Conduct regular audits, quality assurance reviews, and reporting on badging and security system performance; develop and maintain metrics to support operational and risk-based decisions.
  Support onboarding initiatives by ensuring timely provisioning of secure access credentials aligned with role-based requirements.
  Develop, update, and maintain physical security policies, procedures, and training materials to align with evolving business needs and risk conditions.
  Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders and badging operators on system use, procedures, and security best practices.
  Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to improve performance, reliability, and functionality of physical security technologies, including access control, surveillance, and perimeter protection systems.
  Support C-TPAT program requirements, including maintaining compliance documentation, assisting with audits and recertifications, screening partners, and implementing corrective actions as needed.
  Conduct site security assessments at terminal locations to identify vulnerabilities and recommend enhancements to physical security posture.
  Monitor and investigate security incidents through video review and system data, providing actionable insights to support Investigator response and overall prevention efforts.
  Evaluate security vendor and guard performance, providing recommendations for service improvements and alignment with company standards.
  Support overall safety and security of company facilities through cross-functional collaboration, special projects, and periodic after-hours support as required.

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Qualifications: What you need to bring

  • 1+ years' experience with physical security issues and access control systems required.
  • Previous experience with OnGuard/Lenel and Milestone systems preferred.
  • Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, with a strong customer service focus.
  • Must possess strong diagnostic capabilities.
  • Must be able to effectively interact and communicate with a diverse team of people, and with all levels of management.
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, with rapidly changing work priorities and peak periods.
  • Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Tools and Windows.
  • Associates degree in business or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.
Who We Are:
Swift Transportation has been an Industry leader for many years with a profound history dating back to the 1960s. Swift is the largest truckload carrier in America with various locations throughout the nation that allow our drivers, shop employees, and office staff to cultivate strong connections. We are a company that is passionate about continual learning and improvement which in turn, allows for a diverse amount of advancement and growth opportunities. We place a strong emphasis on culture because we strongly believe that it is a key contributor in achieving overall results here at Swift.

What we offer:

Our Benefits Package includes 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance as well as pet insurance. We also offer an Employee Stock Purchase plan, paid training, wellness programs, Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Assistance Programs (subject to change), Military Leave, and discounts with our vendors.

Volunteer opportunities to support our local communities- We have an adoration for helping others which is why we have worked hard to establish partnerships with organizations such as Children's Miracle Network and Habitat for Humanity that allow us to give back.

Training, Development & Growth Opportunities - Our success at Swift is driven by our people! Our goal is to provide a supportive environment that promotes growth and advancement. We invest the time to ensure our employees receive the best training, along with all the tools and resources to thrive.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - A diverse workforce allows us to achieve a dynamic business advantage where we can openly collaborate, thus bringing new ideas to the table that contribute to innovative and effective solutions. Everyone at Swift has a voice and your opinion matters.


The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.