Allied Universal · 2 weeks ago
Security Officer - Residential Access Control
US-SC-Columbia
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$13/hr - $13/hrAllied Universal is North America’s leading security and facility services company, offering rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose. As a Security Officer - Residential Access Control, you will serve and safeguard clients by monitoring entry points, conducting routine patrols, and providing outstanding customer service to residents and visitors.
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Responsibilities
Provide exceptional customer service to residents and guests by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, as well as responding to emergency situations when appropriate
Monitor and control access to the residential location, verifying identification and credentials as required
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols
Conduct regular and random patrols around the residential property and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or potential issues
Maintain detailed and accurate logs and reports of daily activities, incidents, and/or unusual occurrences
Communicate and collaborate with residents, visitors, and property management to address concerns and provide information related to security-related matters
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Customer service experience is preferred
Alarm panel experience is preferred
Access control or badge experience is preferred
Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred
Benefits
Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
Company
Allied Universal
Allied Universal is a security and facility services company that provides tailored security solutions and smart technology.
Founded in 1957
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9BKey Investors
Warburg PincusLa Caisse
2019-12-13Acquired
2019-09-01Private Equity· $9B
2019-02-21Private Equity
Leadership Team
Stephen Jones
Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jack Schenk
Regional Vice President - Midwest
Recent News
2025-12-10
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