Security Officer - Gatehouse Entry Control

Allied Universal • West Columbia, SC

17h • $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 - Gatehouse Entry Control in West Columbia, SC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal at a fast-paced tech and telecom location where you will support access control, greet team members and visitors, verify credentials, log entries, and respond to alarms and/or security-related concerns. You will stay visible at key points, communicate clearly with site partners, and help maintain orderly operations. Bring your customer service mindset and grow with a company that is agile, reliable, innovative, people-first, and grounded in integrity and teamwork.

Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 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

• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferably.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to site personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities as needed.
• Manage access control for a tech location by verifying identification and authorization, issuing temporary credentials when directed, maintaining visitor and contractor logs, and directing arrivals to the appropriate check-in areas.
• Operate and monitor access control systems and CCTV as assigned, report irregular activity, and document events in written reports and/or electronic logs.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with notifications, scene control, and coordination with site leadership and/or emergency services.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entry points, interior areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access and/or policy violations.

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