Security Officer Unarmed Response - Overnight

Allied Universal; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Unarmed Response - Overnight in West Columbia, SC. You will patrol facilities, monitor access points, deter incidents, and provide a visible security presence at a technology, media, and telecommunications site.

Minimum requirements include 2+ years of security experience, comfort with computers or tablets, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Benefits include health insurance, 401k, paid training, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of security-related experience.
• Comfort with using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Alarm panel experience preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screening as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel at a technology, media, and telecom location by following site policies and emergency procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of facilities, parking areas, entry points, loading areas, and perimeter to identify hazards and policy concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization, and maintain security logs and reports.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; notify site contacts and emergency responders as directed.
• Communicate clearly, document observations, and escalate security concerns to leadership and client representatives.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Alarm panel

Access control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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

As a Security Officer Unarmed Response - Overnight in West Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor access control and alarm systems, and respond to security-related concerns. You will deliver exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where people come first, teamwork drives results, and integrity guides every action.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.51 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon09:45 PM - 05:45 AMTue09:45 PM - 05:45 AMWed09:45 PM - 05:45 AMThur09:45 PM - 05:45 AMSat09:45 PM - 05:45 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of facilities, parking areas, entry points, loading areas, and the perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and policy concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization in accordance with site procedures, and maintain accurate security-related logs and reports.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and emergency responders as directed by established procedures.
• Support a professional environment by communicating clearly, documenting observations, and escalating security-related concerns to Allied Universal leadership and designated client representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 2+ years of security-related experience.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Have customer service experience, preferred.
• Have alarm panel experience, preferred.
• Have access control and badge experience, 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.