Security Officer - Warehouse Roving Patrol

Allied Universal • Summerville, SC

20h • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Warehouse Roving Patrol in Summerville, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and maintain a visible presence that can help reduce security-related incidents. You will assist with access control, support a professional visitor and employee experience, and communicate clearly with teams on site. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to every shift through teamwork and a people-first approach.

Requirements

• 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

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

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a logistics and distribution location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications to site leadership and/or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout warehouse interiors, loading docks, trailer yards, and perimeter areas; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Monitor access control points for employees, visitors, vendors, and drivers; verify identification, follow visitor management processes, and direct individuals to the proper check-in areas.
• Support shipping and receiving operations by observing dock activity, truck arrivals and departures, and reporting suspicious and/or unauthorized activity per site procedures.
• Perform routine rounds to observe doors, gates, fence lines, and restricted areas for unsecured conditions and/or unusual activity, and report findings to the appropriate contacts.
• Observe CCTV and/or alarm systems when assigned, document irregular activity, and escalate concerns according to post orders.
• Complete shift reports, incident reports, and patrol logs with clear, timely, and accurate information using required systems and/or forms.
• Assist with emergency preparedness activities such as responding to fire alarms, medical situations, severe weather, and/or evacuation events following site-specific instructions.
• Provide professional communication and de-escalation support when addressing policy violations and/or disruptive behavior, requesting assistance from site leadership and/or law enforcement when needed.
• Conduct vehicle and/or property checks when assigned, following established procedures and respecting privacy and operational requirements.
• Coordinate with Allied Universal leadership and site contacts to support daily operations, special coverage needs, and changes in site conditions.

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