Security Guard Armed - Hospital Access
Allied Universal · Columbia, SC · 3 wk ago
Management$18.78/hrFull-time
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.
About the role
As an Armed Security Officer in a healthcare location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This driving post combines professional communication, customer service, and prompt response to security-related concerns.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and/or staff while carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and emergency response activities.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of healthcare facilities, parking areas, and surrounding perimeters to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, requesting additional assistance as appropriate.
- Control access to restricted areas and verify credentials in accordance with location-specific procedures.
- Prepare clear, timely reports of incidents, observations, and patrol activities, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and/or location representatives.
Requirements
- A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
- At least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
- Possess an armed guard card or license.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 21 years of age.
- Subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
- Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
Pay
$18.78 / Hour
Schedule
- DayTime
- Mon 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
- Fri 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
- Sat 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
- Sun 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Benefits
- Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.