Security Officer - Entry Control Desk
About The Position
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 - Entry Control Desk in Fountain Inn, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a busy manufacturing and industrial location, you will help manage entry points, greet employees and visitors, verify credentials, and support badge and access-control processes. You will conduct routine patrols, stay visible to help deter security-related incidents, monitor alarms and activity, and document updates using a computer and/or tablet. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach to every interaction.
Requirements
- Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Alarm panel experience is preferred.
- Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
- Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors by following site-specific access control procedures at entry points within an industrial location.
- Control entry and exit by verifying identification, issuing and collecting visitor credentials, maintaining access logs, and directing authorized traffic to designated areas.
- Monitor cameras, alarms, and other security-related systems to help identify unusual activity and report concerns per site procedures.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating emergency response activities when appropriate.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of production areas, warehouses, parking areas, and the perimeter to help identify security-related concerns and document findings.
Benefits
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
