Security Guard - Logistics Operations

Allied Universal; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a full‑time Security Officer to support screening at a busy Carol Stream distribution location. You will help safeguard people and assets by screening individuals and items, monitoring entry points, and responding to incidents in a professional manner.

The role emphasizes customer service, clear communication, and adherence to site procedures, with a schedule that includes day and evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
• possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass background check as required by law.
• Subject to drug screening as permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and personnel while following site-specific screening procedures.
• Screen individuals, packages, and property entering or leaving the site.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials as required.
• Report unauthorized access or unusual activity to site contacts.
• Respond calmly to incidents and follow site protocols and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Screening procedures

Access control

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

A Security Officer Full Time Security Screening in Carol Stream, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Screener at a logistics and distribution location, you will help support a secure environment by screening individuals and/or items, monitoring access points, and reporting security-related concerns. You will remain visible to help deter incidents while providing professional customer service and clear communication. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.04 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 AM - 07:00 PMTue11:00 AM - 07:00 PMFri03:00 AM - 11:00 AMSat04:00 AM - 11:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and delivery personnel while carrying out site-specific screening procedures, policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Screen individuals, packages, and authorized property entering and leaving the distribution location in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials as required, and report unauthorized access attempts or unusual activity to appropriate site contacts.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, loading zones, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1712643