Universal Background Screening (UBS) provides employment screening and workforce services for organizations of all sizes, with particular experience serving safety-sensitive employers in healthcare, transportation, and other industries. The company describes its approach as “Delivering Hire Quality,” combining screening technology with personalized client support.

Its services include criminal and court searches, driving records, credit reports, international screening, employee re-screening, and social media screening. Verification options cover education, employment history, professional licenses, references, and employment or income. UBS also offers drug testing, including laboratory and onsite tests, DOT testing, employment physicals, and Form I-9/E-Verify services. Its solutions support sectors ranging from financial services and manufacturing to education, hospitality, retail, and staffing.

Clients receive an assigned service team and access to a web-based portal for submitting orders and reviewing reports. The company also offers integrations with numerous applicant tracking and human resources information systems. Universal Background Screening reports recognition as HRO Today’s top enterprise background screening firm in its 2023 customer satisfaction ratings and says it is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association.