Security Officer - Gatehouse Patrol Driver

Allied Universal • Columbia, SC

21d • $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 Patrol Driver in Columbia, SC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a government location where access control is key to daily operations. As a driving post, you will greet staff and visitors, verify credentials, issue badges, and manage entry points while staying visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will also conduct routine patrols, document activity, and communicate clearly with site leadership and local partners. Bring an agile, reliable, and integrity-driven mindset to a team-first culture.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• COLA: DPSS/DHS – Tuberculosis test/MMR vaccinations are required.
• A minimum of 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• Applicants must 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

• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Control entry and exit points by verifying identification and authorization, issuing and collecting visitor credentials, maintaining access logs, and directing staff, visitors, and vendors to proper check-in areas.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and access control systems, and document unusual activity, policy violations, and maintenance concerns according to post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating with site leadership and emergency services as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, entrances, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access and/or prohibited items, and complete required reports.

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