Security Services, Facilities Management, Staffing

Armed Utility Security Officer - North Charleston, SC

Charleston, SCOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 2 months ago

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Security Officer
armed
background check
drug test
GED
21 years of age
weekday availability
weekend availability

Role summary

Walden Security is seeking an Armed Utility Security Officer in North Charleston, SC. This role involves protecting client properties from threats such as fire, vandalism, and illegal entry across various industries including commercial, residential, manufacturing, and healthcare. Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, being at least 21 years old, passing a background check and drug test, and having at least 6 months of security officer experience with open weekday and weekend availability. The company offers extensive training, same-day offers, and a comprehensive benefits package including tuition reimbursement, paid time off, medical insurance, and a 401K.

What You Will Do

Our Security Officers protect the Industrial or Commercial property of our clients against fire, vandalism and illegal entry.

Our clients range from Class-A Office Buildings, Luxury Residential Properties, Distilleries, Fortune 500 Companies, Financial Institutions, Telecommunications, Manufacturing/Industrial Factories, Hospitals and many others.

Requirements:

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Minimum of 21 years of age

Ability to pass criminal background check and drug test

At least 6 months of security officer experience

Have open weekday and weekend availability

Same Day Offers: interview with the hiring team and receive an offer to join us the same day!

Extensive Training: Our initial training paves the way for you to earn your Security Officer Certification. Walden Security has been recognized by Training Magazine as a Top 100 Award Winner which is awarded to companies with the most successful learning and development programs in the world!

Unbelievable PERKS!: Save on phone, vacation, auto, retailers and more!

Tuition Reimbursement: we believe in the professional development of our team members and provide annual reimbursement opportunities.

Employee Family Scholarship: To date, Walden Security has awarded more than $140,000 in Employee Family Scholarships!

Paid Time Off: offered to employees that average at least 32 hours per week

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: multiple plan options for you and your dependents

Health Savings Account: pay for health care more easily

Voluntary Life Insurance: affordable plans available

401K: prepare for your retirement

Employee Assistance Program: we offer free, confidential assistance for many of your life’s needs

Employee Recognition Programs: we believe in celebrating the “wins” with our Walden Security team. We reward the hard work and dedication of our employees through Tenure Recognition, On-The-Spot Bonuses, Officer of the Month and Officer of the Year recognitions which include awards and bonuses

Culture of Caring: Walden Security supports many charitable organizations

Award Winning Company: Walden Security has earned significant recognition for our better working environment for our officers, better service to our customers and a dedication to quality performance standards.

Promote From Within Philosophy: Walden Security offers growth opportunities for our team members who are Setting the Standard by Setting the Example®

Competitive Pay!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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Pay Rate$18.50—$19 USD

We offer every employee — from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals — unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth.

So if you’re ready to embark on a meaningful career with one of the nation’s most dynamic and fastest growing security companies, apply with Walden Security today.

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