Security Professional - Telecom Badge Specialist

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 Professional - Telecom Badge Specialist in West Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas within a dynamic tech, media, and telecom location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment through excellent customer service and clear communication. You'll play a key role in managing access points and supporting alarm panel operations. At Allied Universal, our caring culture and commitment to teamwork and integrity create opportunities to contribute in meaningful ways while building your career in a forward-thinking 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:

• Assist with access control procedures at a technology-driven location, verifying credentials and granting entry to authorized individuals.
• Provide customer service by addressing inquiries and assisting visitors with directions and information while maintaining security-related protocols.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas to help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific protocols.
• Document and report security-related incidents, observations, and activities as required by site policies.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility and surrounding perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Collaborate with Allied Universal team members and client representatives to support a secure and welcoming environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control or badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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.