Security Officer Property Access

Allied Universal; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings plan

Medical/dental/vision

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, is seeking a Security Officer Property Access in West Columbia, SC. You will guard client sites, manage entry points, verify credentials, and escort visitors while delivering superior service in a technology-focused environment.

The role emphasizes attendance, vigilance, and collaboration within a dynamic team. A valid background check and adherence to safety protocols are required, with a pathway to growth in a structured,

Qualifications

• At least two years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years old.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel by carrying out access control procedures and policies.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, maintain visitor logs, and direct guests per procedures.
• Respond to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations, escalating when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entrances, lobbies, parking areas, and perimeter locations.
• Maintain accurate activity reports and communicate observations and incidents.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Alarm panel experience

Computer/tablet familiarity

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.

Security Officer Property Access in West Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will help manage entry points, verify access credentials, monitor alarm panels, and support a welcoming environment for employees and visitors. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate clearly, and use technology to document security-related activity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.51 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 09:45 PM - 05:45 AM
• Tue 09:45 PM - 05:45 AM
• Wed 09:45 PM - 05:45 AM
• Thu 09:45 PM - 05:45 AM
• Fri 09:45 PM - 05:45 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology-focused location.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, maintain visitor logs, and direct guests in accordance with established procedures.
• Respond to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to appropriate site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entrances, lobbies, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify and report unusual activity or conditions.
• Maintain accurate activity reports and communicate security-related observations, incidents, and policy concerns in a timely manner.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least two years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.

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.