Security Officer Entrance Observation

Allied Universal; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement plan

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal® in Blythewood, SC is seeking a Security Officer Entrance Observation to protect facilities across manufacturing and industrial sites. You will monitor entry points, provide exceptional customer service, and deter incidents with a visible security presence.

As a Patrol Unarmed Officer, you will follow site procedures, respond calmly to alarms, and collaborate with teams. This full-time role offers competitive pay and growth opportunities within a respected security leader.

Qualifications

• Two years of security-related experience.
• Two years of law enforcement, military, or corrections experience.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation.
• A drug screen will be conducted where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and vendors while following site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations; document actions.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of manufacturing areas, parking areas, exterior grounds, entry points, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for employees, contractors, delivery personnel, and visitors.
• Report maintenance hazards, suspicious activity, property damage, and other security concerns to site contacts and leadership.

Skills

Security experience

Law enforcement/military experience

Customer service

Tech comfortable

Access control

Background check readiness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Tablet

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.

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 Security Officer Entrance Observation in Blythewood, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, support access control activities, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture puts people first and integrity guides every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.10 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeThur02:30 PM - 10:30 PMFri02:30 PM - 10:30 PMSat02:30 PM - 10:30 PMSun02:30 PM - 10:30 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and vendors at a manufacturing and industrial location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; document observations and actions according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of manufacturing areas, parking areas, exterior grounds, entry points, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for employees, contractors, delivery personnel, and visitors in accordance with site-specific requirements.
• Report maintenance hazards, suspicious activity, property damage, and other security-related concerns to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements

• Have at least two years of security-related experience.
• Have at least two years of law enforcement, military, or corrections experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge 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

• 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. 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1687185