Security Guard - Mornings

Allied Universal; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools access to shifts

Career Growth opportunities

Retirement savings plan with health &

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company in North America, is seeking a Security Officer Patrol Site Assessment in Elwood, IL. You will perform unarmed patrols at a logistics/distribution site, maintaining a visible presence and delivering excellent customer service.

The role is full-time with a schedule that supports daytime shifts. Pay is $18.50 per hour, with requirements including a high school diploma, background check, drug screening, and possible licensing as

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen required as permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply by state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating issues according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout loading areas, warehouse spaces, parking areas, and the perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or hazards.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify authorized access for employees, visitors, drivers, and contractors, and maintain required activity logs.
• Assist with controlling vehicle and pedestrian traffic around shipping and receiving areas while reporting damaged property, unsecured doors, and other security-related concerns.

Skills

Customer service

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

As a Security Officer Patrol Site Assessment in Elwood, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer at a logistics and distribution location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for employees, visitors, and drivers. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and document observations with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team and contribute to a caring culture that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 AM - 02:00 PMTue06:00 AM - 02:00 PMWed06:00 AM - 02:00 PMThur06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating issues according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout loading areas, warehouse spaces, parking areas, and the perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or hazards.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify authorized access for employees, visitors, drivers, and contractors, and maintain required activity logs.
• Assist with controlling vehicle and pedestrian traffic around shipping and receiving areas while reporting damaged property, unsecured doors, and other 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.