Security Officer Job in Cowpens, SC
Job title from Allied Universal: Security Officer Part Time Entrance Monitor
Source: Allied Universal job site (securitycareers-aus.icims.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Oct 21, 2026.
License in South Carolina
To work as a security guard in South Carolina you need the Security Officer Registration Certificate, issued by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), Private Security Services.
Minimum age: 18.
How the pay compares
This job pays USD 0.52 an hour more than the typical USD 17.50 an hour for security guard jobs in South Carolina (256 jobs that list the pay).
Better-paying jobs nearby
- Security Officer Armed Patrol
- Security Officer Armed Site Patrol
- Unarmed Security Guard Rover
- Security/Mobile Patrol Officer
About Allied Universal here
Typical pay at Allied Universal in South Carolina: USD 17.50 an hour (230 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from Allied Universal
Overview
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.
Job Description
As a Security Officer Part Time Entrance Monitor in Cowpens, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal as a Security Officer supporting a dynamic logistics and distribution location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. Be part of an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $18.02 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeSat08:00 AM - 04:00 PMSun08:00 AM - 04:00 PMWhat You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a logistics and distribution location.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific reporting and escalation procedures.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of warehouse areas, loading docks, offices, parking areas, and the property perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
- Monitor access points, verify visitor and contractor authorization, and maintain accurate security-related logs and reports.
- Observe shipping and receiving activity, report unusual conditions, and support access-control procedures for employees, visitors, and delivery personnel.
Minimum Requirements:
- 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.
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.
- Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
- Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
- Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
- Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…
Closing
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.
Requisition ID
2026-1707543Apply on the Allied Universal site
More jobs like this
- Part-Time Security Guard Jobs in South Carolina
- Security Guard Jobs in South Carolina
- How to get a security guard license in South Carolina
More security guard jobs in South Carolina
- FT Security Officers - 3rd Shift - $18.50/hrNew
- Night or overnight shift
- Weekly pay
- Security Officer - Woodruff, SCNew
- Security Officer - Greenville, SCNew
- Detention Security Officer - Access ResponseNew
- Unarmed
- Paid training
- Detention Security Officer - Part TimeNew
- Unarmed
- Paid training
- Detention Security Officer -Full Time Entrance InspectionsNew
- Unarmed
- Paid training
- Detention Security Officer -Full Time UnarmedNew
- Unarmed
- Paid training
- Government Center Security Guard - UnarmedNew
- Unarmed
- Paid training