Security Officer - Property Access

Allied Universal; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools program

Career growth opportunities

Health & retirement benefits

Employee discounts via Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer - Property Access at our WEST COLUMBIA, SC location to safeguard clients across industries by managing access points, verifying credentials, and ensuring a secure, welcoming environment. You will deliver outstanding service while upholding company standards and site protocols.

As part of Allied Universal, you will join a team that emphasizes integrity, collaboration, and community impact, with opportunities for growth, training, and advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Background check and drug screen required by law and company policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and employees at an automotive location by carrying out security-related procedures and policies.
• Monitor and control access to the facility, verify credentials, and direct authorized individuals to designated areas.
• Observe inbound/outbound traffic and report irregularities or unauthorized access attempts.
• Respond to incidents calmly and document observations for supervision and site contacts.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, parking areas, and facility perimeter as required by client site.

Skills

Security experience

Access control

Customer service

Computer/tablet proficiency

Background in security

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Alarm panel systems

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 - Property Access in WEST COLUMBIA, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Auto, and more. As an Access Control Officer at an automotive location, you will help maintain a secure environment by managing access points, verifying credentials, monitoring entry activity, and responding to security-related concerns. You will provide outstanding customer service and clear communication while supporting a professional, welcoming experience. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first, work together, and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $15.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTime Tue 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wed 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thur 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sat 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Sun 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and employees at an automotive location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.


• Monitor and control access to the facility, verifying credentials, maintaining visitor and driver entry records, and directing authorized individuals to designated areas.


• Observe inbound and outbound vehicle, trailer, and pedestrian traffic in accordance with site procedures, reporting irregularities or unauthorized access attempts to appropriate personnel.


• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and notifying Allied Universal supervision and/or site contacts as required.


• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, parking areas, vehicle storage areas, and the facility perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements

• Have at least one year of security-related experience.


• Access control and badge experience is preferred.


• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.


• Customer service experience is preferred.


• Alarm panel 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.