Security Officer - Turnstile Monitor

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 - Turnstile Monitor 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 fast-paced tech location, you will help monitor entry points, manage badge access, and respond to alarms and/or access issues as they arise. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and support teams and visitors with clear communication and customer service. At Allied Universal, you will act with integrity, collaborate through teamwork, and bring an agile, reliable mindset every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.40 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients at a tech-focused location by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control access to the facility by verifying identification, managing visitor registration and/or badging, and directing authorized personnel to the appropriate areas.
• Monitor entry and exit points and report suspicious activity, policy violations, and/or hazards to the appropriate contacts.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting events and notifying Allied Universal supervision as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, and parking areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or damage.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 1+ years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Customer service 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.

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.