Job Req ID: 106606

Job Type: Part-time

Work Category: Onsite

Application Close Date: 01/04/2026

Sponsorship: Not Available

Compensation: $19.75

We are GALLO

We’re a family-owned company with a 90+ year legacy, that’s consistently recognized as a Glassdoor “Best Places to Work.” We have 130+ brands in our total alcohol beverage portfolio, including wine, malt, spirits, and ready-to-drink beverages. We’re home to the #1 wine and spirits brands in the U.S. and are the official sponsors of the NFL, NHL, UFC, and PGA of America.

At GALLO South Carolina, we produce some of your favorite ready-to-drink, wine and spirits products like High Noon and New Amsterdam. We’re committed to providing competitive compensation, benefits, perks, and a culture that supports your well-being.

View our Corporate Values and Mission Statement here.

A Taste of What You’ll Do

Join our dynamic security team and embark on a rewarding career path that combines vigilance with compassion, and expertise with inclusivity. We are currently seeking motivated individuals for the position of Armed Security Guard 1, a role that serves as the foundation for a promising journey within our security department. This entry-level position is designed for those eager to learn and grow, offering a clear pathway to advancement to Security Guard 2 level within just three months, contingent upon successful completion of SG2 testing.

As an Armed Security Guard 1, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the safety and integrity of our company property. Your duties will encompass a broad range of responsibilities, from monitoring vehicle and pedestrian traffic to ensuring compliance with our safety and security protocols. You will act as a Certified Weighmaster, perform vehicle inspections, and engage in proactive surveillance to identify and mitigate potential threats.

Our ideal candidate is someone who values teamwork and communication, demonstrating professionalism and respect in all interactions. You will have the opportunity to provide essential assistance during medical, environmental, and security emergencies, showcasing your ability to remain calm and effective under pressure. Additionally, you will participate in specialized training programs, including Active Shooter training and routine Taser and firearms proficiency, equipping you with the skills necessary to protect and serve our community with confidence.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where every team member is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. We believe in the power of intrapreneurship and ownership, encouraging our employees to think boldly, embrace innovation, and hold themselves and others accountable.

If you are passionate about making a difference and ready to take the first step towards a fulfilling career in security, we invite you to apply. Together, we will work towards creating a safer, more secure environment for all.

Shift Requirements: Rotating shift, must be available to work all shifts (Day, Swing, Graveyard)

What You’ll Need

Must be at least 21 years of age
High school diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate.
Knowledge of security systems and equipment in a business environment.
Required to successfully meet all requirements, including background checks, for the issuance of a Security Officer Registration Certificate from South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED)
Basic MS Word skills required.
Maintain current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (Company Training Provided).
Required to complete Taser Training.
Required to climb stairs and ladders.
Within the first week of employment, successfully completes a course of instruction to obtain and maintain a Security Officer Registration Certificate from South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
Maintain a Security Concealed Weapons permit from South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), if required.
Required to possess, or obtain within 6 months of hire date, a Security Weapons Permit from South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
Required to work nights, weekends, and holidays as part of a rotating shift.
Required to work overtime if necessary.
Candidate is required to have a valid driver’s license, a safe driving record and reliable vehicle (if applicable) at the time of hire. This position will undergo a motor vehicle check (MVR) to confirm a history of safe and responsible driving. If needed, candidate must obtain the appropriate state driver’s license based on the position’s location within 30 days of hire.
Required to stand, sit, walk, or drive a vehicle for a minimum of 12 consecutive hours.
Required to frequently lift, drag, or move up to 50 pounds.
Skilled in reading and interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Skilled in writing routine reports and correspondence.
Skilled in speaking effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Required to travel to company offices, sites, and/or meeting locations for onboarding, training, meetings, and events for development, department needs, and business delivery up to 5% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. This may be in addition to travel requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.
Required to be 18 years or older. This may be in addition to other age requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.

How You’ll Stand Out

Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice.
Skilled in understanding and carrying out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Experience in performing duties and tasks that are standardized.
Experience resolving routine questions and problems and referring more complex issues to a supervisor.
Skilled in working independently.
Experience working with all levels and functions within the Company.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Currently possesses a Security Weapons Permit from South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
Currently possesses a Security Officer Registration Certificate from South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).

To view a full job description, please clickhere.

Our Benefits & Perks

We are committed to providing competitive compensation, perks, and a culture that supports your well-being. Benefits depend on your work category and may include medical and dental coverage, 401k plans, profit sharing, pet insurance, company holidays, access to an employee wine shop, and more! Additional information will be provided before your first interview.

The Fine Print

The Company does not sponsor for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.
Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. In addition to the salary, this position may be eligible for bonuses, incentive plans, or participate in tasting room tip pools, as applicable.
This position will be based in the location(s) specified in the job posting and requires working on-site with no telecommuting option. You will be expected to live within a commutable distance.
It is the Company’s policy for job postings to be open to internal candidates for a minimum of 5 days and to external candidates, if applicable, for a minimum of 3 days.

Gallo’s policy is to afford equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and not to discriminate on the basis of race, traits associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles (such as braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law (including cancer and predisposing genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, familial status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation (actual or perceived), transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, reproductive health decision making, age, military or veteran status, domestic violence or sexual assault victim status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Nor will Gallo discriminate based on a perception that an individual has any of the foregoing characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics.

Gallo will comply with state and local laws prohibiting discrimination for lawful out-of-work behavior, such as off-duty use of cannabis away from the workplace (subject to federal and state law exceptions), the existence of non-psychoactive cannabis metabolites in hair, blood, urine, or other bodily fluids as determined by a drug screening test (subject to federal and state law exceptions).

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gallo is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at 209.341.7000.

Gallo is enrolled in the Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program and will use the program to verify the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees as required.

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