Security Officer Controlled Entry Specialist

Allied Universal • Fountain Inn, SC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Controlled Entry Specialist in Fountain Inn, SC, 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 help manage access control, monitor entry activity, and support security-related operations through professional presence and clear communication. This role may include routine patrols, responding to site needs, and helping to deter incidents while delivering customer service. Be part of a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and always acts with integrity.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• 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

• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, credential checks, and other security-related policies at an industrial location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and/or visitor authorization, and maintain accurate logs to help support orderly access to the location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including communicating with site contacts and/or emergency responders when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the facility, gate areas, shipping and receiving zones, and perimeter, with working environments and conditions varying by location.
• Help to deter unauthorized access, policy violations, and unusual activity by observing site operations, reporting concerns, and following established post orders and emergency response activities.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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