Security Officer - Entry Gate Driver
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Entry Gate Driver in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a government location supporting access control, where you will greet staff and visitors, verify credentials, manage entry points, and document activity with clear communication. You will remain visible to help reduce security-related incidents while delivering customer service with professionalism and integrity. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license, offering a team-focused environment that values agility, reliability, innovation, and putting people first.
Requirements
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
- COLA: DPSS/DHS – Tuberculosis test/MMR vaccinations.
- Security Experience ‐ 6+ Months.
- 21+ Years of Age.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to staff, visitors, contractors, and/or vendors by following site-specific access control procedures and security-related policies.
- Control entry and exit at designated points by checking identification and/or authorization, issuing and collecting visitor credentials, and maintaining visitor and delivery logs.
- Monitor alarms, cameras, radios, and/or other security-related systems, and report unusual activity according to post orders.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications and supporting emergency response activities as directed.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, entrances, and the perimeter as required by the location, noting and reporting maintenance issues and/or policy concerns.
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
