Security Officer Overnight Access Control

Allied Universal; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Savings

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal in Gaffney, SC is seeking a Security Officer for Full Time Access Management. You will safeguard clients across transportation sites, manage entry points, verify credentials, and provide excellent service to drivers, visitors, and staff.

Responsibilities include monitoring access, coordinating with site personnel, responding to incidents, and performing regular security patrols to deter unauthorized activity while upholding Allied Universal’s values.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Background check will be conducted in line with laws.
• Drug screen may be required.
• Licensing requirements may apply depending on state/local laws.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to drivers, visitors, employees, and contractors by carrying out site-specific security procedures and access-control policies.
• Monitor and control access at entry points by verifying credentials and maintaining records.
• Observe vehicle movements, coordinate deliveries, and report unusual activity to the appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and alarms calmly, following site procedures and documenting actions.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, parking areas, and the perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Observational skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Access control systems

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 Full Time Access Management in Gaffney, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Transportation, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a transportation location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and support a welcoming environment for employees, visitors, and drivers. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond to security-related concerns while reflecting Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, caring, team-focused, and integrity-driven culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $12.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Tue: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Wed: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Thur: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Fri: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to drivers, visitors, employees, and contractors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control policies, and emergency response activities at a transportation and logistics location.
• Monitor and control access at entry points by verifying credentials, reviewing visitor and contractor authorizations, issuing temporary access credentials, and maintaining accurate entry and exit records.
• Observe inbound and outbound vehicle traffic, coordinate with site personnel regarding deliveries and pickups, and report unauthorized access attempts or unusual activity to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures and documenting actions taken.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, parking areas, loading zones, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.

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.