Security Officer Full Time - Site Patrol

Allied Universal • Ladson, SC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer at an automotive location in Ladson, South Carolina, you will safeguard the site by managing entry procedures, verifying credentials, monitoring access points, and providing professional customer service. You will help deter incidents through a visible presence, clear communication, and accurate documentation while supporting a welcoming environment. The role involves carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency-response activities, and conducting patrols of designated areas. Working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements; a valid driver’s license is required for driving positions.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age or older for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Applicants are 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel while carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency-response activities.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and authorization, issue visitor passes as directed, and maintain accurate access-related records.
• Control entry and exit of vehicles, vendors, and personnel in accordance with established site procedures, helping deter unauthorized access.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; notify appropriate personnel and document activities as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of designated access points, parking areas, business operations, and perimeter areas.

Benefits

• Access to a retirement savings plan, including 401(k) plans for full-time positions.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Paid training and career growth opportunities.
• Access to technology to view and claim additional shifts.
• Employee discounts through the Perks Program.
• Schedules that fit with personal life goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED