Security Guard - Telecom Access Control

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 Guard - Telecom Access Control 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 with Allied Universal, you will play a key role in monitoring and managing entry points at a dynamic technology-focused location. Your presence and routine patrols will help to deter security-related incidents while offering exceptional customer service to everyone on site. You will interact with visitors and employees, utilize security technology, and respond to incidents as needed. Allied Universal values agility, teamwork, and a caring culture, encouraging you to act with integrity and deliver service that puts people first. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Monitor and manage access control points to help to deter unauthorized entry at the location.
• Verify credentials of employees, visitors, and contractors, maintaining detailed records as required by site-specific procedures.
• Provide customer service by offering clear directions and assistance to clients and visitors.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the facility and perimeter to observe and report any unusual activity.
• Collaborate with Allied Universal and client personnel to address security-related concerns and maintain a visible presence.
• Follow site-specific policies and procedures, adapting to the unique requirements of a technology, media, or telecom environment.
• Participate in emergency response activities when appropriate, assisting with evacuations or other urgent procedures as directed.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 2 years of security-related experience is required.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Alarm panel 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.