Security Officer - Badge Verification Desk

Allied Universal • Columbia, SC

4d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Badge Verification Desk in Columbia, SC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a chemical and petrochemical location, you will help manage entry points by checking credentials and visitor logs, supporting badge access, and using a computer and/or tablet for reporting. You will conduct routine patrols and remain highly visible to help reduce security-related issues, while delivering welcoming customer service and clear communication. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity guide how we work.

Requirements

• Have 1+ years of security-related experience.
• Be 21+ years of age.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to site personnel and visitors by following access control procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities as directed.
• Verify identification and authorization for entry, issue visitor credentials as required, and manage gate and/or lobby access points at a chemical and petrochemical location.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and/or access control systems, document unusual activity, and report concerns through the appropriate chain of command.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications to site leadership and/or public emergency services when appropriate.
• Complete shift reports and access logs with accurate details, including visitor entries, deliveries, and contractor check-ins and/or check-outs per site requirements.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees