Armed Security Officer - Bourbonnais

Guardian Security Services, Inc.; Bourbonnais (IL); On-site; USD 22,446 - 31,968; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Referral program

Employee discount

Paid training

Job summary

Guardian Security Services, Inc. is hiring an Armed Security Officer in Bourbonnais, IL. This full-time position requires maintaining security and providing excellent customer service during day shifts. Candidates must have attention to detail, strong observation skills, and a minimum age of 21 years. Opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive benefits package are included.

The role offers competitive pay at $19.75/hour with a supportive work environment that values work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21 years.
• Completed 20-hour and 40-hour training certificates.
• Impeccable personal appearance and professional grooming standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general post instructions for assigned post.
• Document and report any property damage or special occurrences.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Enforce access-control procedures set by management.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent observation skills

Strong customer-service skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma/GED or equivalent military service

Tools

FOID card

Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC)

Job description

Armed Security Officer – Bourbonnais

Location: Bourbonnais, IL 60914

Position: Full‑time

Salary: Starting at $19.75 per hour

Shift: Day – 7:45 am to 3:45 pm, Monday through Friday

About Us

Guardian Security Services is a family‑owned company that has proudly served the Chicagoland area for over fifty years. We work to find team members opportunities close to home and schedules that provide a healthy work‑life balance. Join the Guardian family where your hard work will be recognized, with opportunities for career advancement, a comprehensive benefits package, and competitive wages.

Why Join Us

• Daily pay, get paid when you want
• Roth IRA for retirement savings
• Health insurance, dental and vision coverage
• Virtual urgent care, primary care services, and behavioral health
• Prescription benefit, out‑of‑pocket hospital expense payments
• Health management coaching and personal pathfinder assessment
• Laboratory and genomic screenings, behavioral change workshops, emotional well‑being solutions
• Digital coaching and professional tax consulting services

Your Responsibilities

• Maintain general post instructions for assigned post
• Keep up to date with all client‑specified emergency procedures
• Deal with challenging situations calmly and professionally
• Enforce access‑control procedures set by management
• Document and report any property damage or special occurrences
• Respond to incidents and document them accurately
• Stand, sit, or walk for long periods of time as required
• Provide excellent customer service and public‑relations interactions, maintaining an impeccable image

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and excellent observation skills
• Ability to remain calm and composed in all situations
• Minimum age of 21 years
• High school diploma/GED or equivalent military service record
• Valid Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) or willingness to apply
• Completed 20‑hour and 40‑hour training certificates within required periods
• FOID card and ability to acquire a firearm control card through Guardian Security ServicesSuccessful completion of a pre‑employment screening process
• Impeccable personal appearance and adherence to professional grooming standards
• Mature demeanor, personality, and attitude
• Strong customer‑service, public‑relations skills, and ability to interact with diverse cultures
• Reliable telephone and means of transportation

Work Schedule

• 8‑hour shift
• Weekend availability
• Day shifts

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Referral program
• Employee discount
• Paid training

Guardian Security Services – Bourbonnais, IL 60914