Security Guard Armed – Hospital Access

Allied Universal; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Guard Armed – Hospital Access in Columbia, SC. The role involves patrolling hospital facilities, monitoring access, and delivering professional customer service to patients, visitors, and staff.

This part-time post emphasizes responsive security support in a healthcare setting. Requirements include an armed guard license, a valid driver’s license, and a high school diploma or GED, with 6 months of armed security or related experience.

Qualifications

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and vendors per site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies following hospital protocols.
• Conduct routine patrols of hospital buildings and grounds to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and report hazards and maintenance concerns.

Responsibilities

• Complete accurate reports and communicate information to supervisors and responding agencies.

Skills

Customer service

Professionalism

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Armed guard card or license

Job description

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.

As a Security Guard Armed – Hospital Access in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Security Officer in a healthcare location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide professional customer service to patients, visitors, and staff. This driving post supports timely response across assigned areas while promoting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable teamwork and integrity put people first.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.78 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

Fri10:00 PM – 06:00 AM

Sat10:00 PM – 06:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and vendors by carrying out site‑specific procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.

• Respond to incidents, medical emergencies, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established hospital protocols.

• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of hospital buildings, parking areas, entrances, and surrounding grounds to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security‑related concerns.

• Monitor access points and report suspicious activity, hazards, and maintenance concerns to the appropriate personnel.

• Complete accurate reports and communicate relevant information to supervisors, hospital staff, and responding public service agencies as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

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

• Possess an armed guard card or license.

• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.

• Have at least 6 months of armed security‑related, law enforcement, or military experience.

• Be at least 21 years of age.

• Be at least 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.

• Participate in industry‑specific security training programs.

• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.

• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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 .

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .

Job ID: 2026-1654849

Location: United States-South Carolina-Columbia

Job Category: Security Officer, Armed Security, Part Time Security, Hospital Security, Security Guard