Government Center Security Guard - Full Time

Allied Universal; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Columbia, SC is seeking a Government Center Security Guard - Full Time to protect clients across government facilities. The role involves unarmed patrols, access control, reporting observations, and delivering professional customer service while maintaining a visible security presence.

The position requires a valid driver’s license, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to pass background checks and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Pass a background check in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Valid driver’s license is required in the state of the job location.
• Ages 18+ for unarmed positions; 21+ for armed roles.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff and visitors by following security procedures.
• Monitor access points, verify authorization and maintain entry records.
• Respond to incidents calmly and inform the appropriate contacts and emergency services.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of buildings and perimeters to ensure safety.
• Prepare reports and communicate observations to supervisors.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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 Government Center Security Guard - Full Time in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an unarmed patrol officer supporting a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, document observations, and provide professional customer service and communication. This driving position requires a valid driver’s license in the job state. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeThur06:00 AM - 06:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 06:00 PMSat06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to facility staff, visitors, and authorized personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor access points, verify authorization, and maintain required visitor, personnel, and vehicle entry records in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, promptly notifying appropriate site contacts and emergency services when directed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, and access routes to help identify unusual conditions and support site operations.
• Prepare accurate reports and communicate observations, incidents, and policy concerns to supervisors and designated site representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• 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.

Why Join Us:

• 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.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

Closing

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.