Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Unarmed

Allied Universal; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Career growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Paid holidays

401k plans

Job summary

Allied Universal in West Columbia, SC is seeking a Security Officer – Enhanced Part Time Unarmed to provide reliable security coverage at an industrial site. The role offers flexible anchor shifts with opportunities to pick up additional shifts through our scheduling platform, and a pay rate of $16.50 per hour.

The position emphasizes customer service, access control, patrols, and incident response. Ideal candidates have at least two years of security experience and a high school diploma, with

Qualifications

• Two years of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet; alarm panel experience preferred.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screening required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, visitors, and delivery personnel while carrying out site-specific security procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of production areas, warehouses, loading docks, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor access to the location by checking credentials and maintaining logs; report unauthorized entry attempts.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and medical emergencies; notify appropriate contacts and responders.
• Document patrol activity and incidents in reports and communicate findings to leadership and client.

Skills

Customer service

Security awareness

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Access control

Badge experience

Alarm panel experience

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

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full‑time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Unarmed in West Columbia, SC, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $16.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full‑time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part‑time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build‑up to a full‑time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, visitors, and/or delivery personnel while carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures and emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of production areas, warehouses, loading docks, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual conditions.
• Monitor access to the location by checking credentials, maintaining visitor and contractor logs, and reporting unauthorized entry attempts according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, medical emergencies, and other critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders as needed.
• Document patrol activity, incidents, observations, and security‑related concerns in accurate reports, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and client representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least two years of security‑related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full‑time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real‑time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more 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.

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.