Security Professional - Residential Patrol - Overnight Shift
Allied UniversalAbout the role
Overview
Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more for most full-time positions!
Job Description
As a Security Professional - Residential Patrol - Overnight Shift in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential and more .
As a Security Professional with Allied Universal, you will play a key role in access control at a residential location. Your responsibilities will include monitoring entry points, verifying credentials, and conducting routine patrols to help to deter security-related incidents. You will remain visible throughout your shift, providing a reassuring presence and delivering exceptional customer service to residents and visitors. This position offers the opportunity to interact with a diverse community while utilizing your communication skills and attention to detail. At Allied Universal, we value agility, reliability, and innovation, and we are committed to a caring culture that puts people first. Join our team and contribute to a secure and welcoming environment through teamwork and integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $15.45 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon11:30 PM - 07:30 AMTue11:30 PM - 07:30 AMFri11:30 PM - 07:30 AMSat11:30 PM - 07:30 AMSun11:30 PM - 07:30 AMWhat You’ll Do:
- Use our proprietary scheduling platform to claim open shifts at client sites
- Support operations across a range of environments including commercial real estate, healthcare, and education
- Receive site-specific training and guidance from experienced teams
- Deliver consistent, professional security presence and customer service
- Be ready to fill in at short notice when urgent needs arise
Responsibilities:
- Provide customer service to residents and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, as well as responding to emergency situations when appropriate.
- Monitor access points to help control entry and exit of individuals, verifying identification and/or credentials as required by site protocols.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established procedures.
- Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the residential property and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or suspicious behavior.
- Document and report any security-related incidents, maintenance issues, or unusual observations to the appropriate personnel.
- Collaborate with property management and/or law enforcement as needed to address security-related concerns at the location.
What We’re Looking For:
- Availability across various days and shifts
- Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments
- A desire to gain broad experience and grow within the company
- Interest in transitioning into full-time roles when available
Minimum Requirements:
- Must have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
- Experience with alarm panels is preferred.
- Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- 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.
Why Join Us:
- Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
- Career Growth: Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
- Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.
- Full-Time
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