Security Officer - Logistics Yard Patrol

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 Officer - Logistics Yard Patrol in Summerville, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and stay visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will support access control, communicate clearly with team members and site personnel, and provide strong customer service while using site technology as needed. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to a caring, people-first culture built on teamwork and innovation.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.50 / 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients at a logistics and distribution location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including supporting de-escalation and requesting additional assistance when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of warehouse areas, loading docks, yard spaces, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity.
• Monitor access points for employees, visitors, and drivers, following site procedures for arrivals, departures, and routing to designated areas.
• Observe and report unusual conditions such as doors left unsecured, unauthorized persons in restricted areas, damaged fencing, or suspicious vehicles, and communicate findings per site protocol.
• Complete detailed shift activity logs and incident reports, including documenting observations, actions taken, and notifications made.
• Coordinate with site leadership and responding public services during alarms, medical situations, fire-related events, or other emergencies as directed by post orders.
• Support traffic flow and pedestrian awareness near dock doors and yard lanes when assigned, helping to reduce congestion and support orderly movement.
• Use required systems such as radios, phones, and site technology for communication, dispatch coordination, and documentation, following site guidelines.
• Participate in site orientations, post briefings, and required training, and follow Allied Universal and site policies while on duty.

Minimum Requirements:

• - Be 21+ years of age.
• - Customer service experience is preferred.
• - Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• - Being comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.
• 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.

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.

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