Flex Officer - Steel Mill - Lake County

Allied Universal; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation policy

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Professional Security Officer to protect client properties and personnel across varied sites in Indiana. The role emphasizes customer service, adherence to site policies, and swift emergency responses.

Requirements include being 18+, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen. A valid driver’s license is needed for driving posts, with opportunities for growth within a large security organization.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles
• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Background check and drug screen as per laws
• Valid driver's license for driving positions only
• Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Ability to handle crisis situations calmly and efficiently

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out safety and security procedures and emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, with site variations by client

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Crisis handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company 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.

Allied Universal Security is the World's Leading Global Security Company - Plenty of Room for Career Advancement!

$19.00 / Hour

Weekly Pay!!

MUST have a valid driver’s license for at least 1 year

Full Time: MUST have full and open availability to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, and overnights, holidays, and weekends.

Allied Universal has security jobs and are seeking to fill the position of Professional Security Officer.

As a Professional Security Officer for Allied Universal, you will be Responsible for the Security and Safety of our client’s property and personnel. As the Allied Universal Security Officer, you will know all site-specific policies and procedures, and implement emergency response activities as appropriate, while providing superior customer service.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Be at least 18 years of age with high school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner
• As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a drug screen in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws
• For Driving Positions must be 18 years of age, Current state driver’s license, clean driving record, minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and ability to safely operate a vehicle required.
• Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Have intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
• Ability to handle crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
• Able to:
• Work in various environments such as cold weather, rain/snow or heat
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
• Stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods of time

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

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, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• 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

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Company's retirement plans
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

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