Security Officer Armed - Site Access

Allied Universal; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 53,721,000 - 72,495,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Career growth

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, is seeking an Armed Security Officer for a site access role in Greenville, SC. You will monitor access, patrol facilities, deter incidents, and provide professional customer service at an aerospace/defense location.

This full-time position requires an armed guard card, at least three years of security experience, and a valid driver’s license. Join a team that values integrity and community impact.

Qualifications

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Have at least three years of security-related, law enforcement, military police, or military experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required per Allied Universal policy.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at an aerospace and defense location by following security procedures, site policies, and emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations calmly and escalate per site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, controlled-access areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for personnel, visitors, deliveries, and contractors per site requirements.
• Complete accurate reports and shift documentation for incidents, patrols, access-control activity, and other security observations.

Skills

Armed guard license

Security experience

Driver's license

Access control

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 - Site Access in Greenville, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Armed Security Professional supporting an aerospace and defense location, you will monitor access points, conduct routine patrols, help deter incidents, and provide professional customer service. This driving post offers the opportunity to use strong communication and situational awareness while supporting a controlled environment. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first, collaborate, and act with integrity.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$22.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

Mon: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Thur: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Fri: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Sat: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Sun: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at an aerospace and defense location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, escalating matters according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, controlled-access areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for personnel, visitors, deliveries, and contractors in accordance with site requirements.
• Complete accurate reports and shift documentation for incidents, patrols, access‑control activity, and other security‑related observations.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Have at least three years of security‑related, law enforcement, military police, or military experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is 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.

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 ...

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.

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