Security Officer Full Time Visitor Entrance

Allied Universal•Augusta, GA

About The Position

As a full-time Security Officer at a visitor entrance in Augusta, Georgia, you will serve and safeguard clients at a chemical/petrochemical location. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents. The role uses computer or tablet systems to document events and involves clear communication with visitors and personnel while providing customer service. Duties also include screening people, vehicles, and deliveries; responding to incidents and alarms; and conducting patrols of access points, facility areas, and the perimeter. The listed schedule is Monday and Tuesday, 2:30 PM–10:30 PM; Wednesday, 10:30 PM–6:30 AM; and Saturday and Sunday, 6:30 AM–2:30 PM. The pay rate is $14.40 per hour. Applicants must meet the age requirement for the role, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and submit to employment-related background and drug screening, subject to applicable law. State or local licensing may be required before employment.

Requirements

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.
Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

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 personnel, visitors, contractors, and drivers while carrying out site-specific security procedures, access-control policies, and emergency response activities.
Monitor and control entry and exit points; verify credentials and authorizations; issue visitor or contractor access materials; and maintain accurate access-related records.
Screen incoming personnel, vehicles, and deliveries according to site procedures, escalating unauthorized access attempts, suspicious activity, or policy concerns to appropriate site contacts.
Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations, following established reporting and emergency response protocols.
Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, facility areas, and the perimeter to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.