Security Officer Armed Access

Allied Universal; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial & Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Myrtle Beach, SC. The role involves patrolling financial institution sites, providing exceptional customer service, and maintaining a visible security presence to deter incidents.

Typical schedule runs Monday to Friday with weekend hours as listed; pay is $17.36 per hour. Includes opportunities for career growth and access to smart security tools. Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees per site policies.
• Carry out security-related procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular armed patrols at financial institution facilities and perimeters.
• Monitor restricted areas and verify authorized entry.
• Complete accurate activity reports and communicate observations to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by following procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols to deter incidents and identify concerns.
• Monitor access to restricted areas and verify entry per site rules.
• Respond to incidents calmly and report per post orders.
• Maintain incident reports and communicate observations to supervision.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security

Patrols

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer/tablet

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 Officer Armed Patrol in Myrtle Beach, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As an Armed Security Officer at a financial institution location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and support a welcoming environment through professional communication and customer service. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first, work together, and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.36 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 08:45 AM - 05:15 PM
• Tue 08:45 AM - 05:15 PM
• Wed 08:45 AM - 05:15 PM
• Thur 08:45 AM - 05:15 PM
• Sat 08:45 AM - 02:15 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of financial institution facilities, access points, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify and report unusual activity or potential security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify authorized entry, and follow site procedures for visitors, deliveries, and contractor personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate activity reports and incident documentation, and communicate observations to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• 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 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.

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.