Security Guard - Multiple Shifts

Allied Universal; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plans

Holidays paid at time and a half

Vacation after one year

Job summary

Allied Universal in Ottawa, IL is hosting a Security Officer Hiring Event at IVCC Ottawa Center, 321 W Main St, Ottawa, IL 61350, on Wednesday, October 14th 2026, 10:00am–2:00pm. Earning potential $17–$20 per hour.

As a Security Officer you will provide customer service and safeguard clients across industries, respond to incidents, and patrol sites. Minimum age 18 (21 for armed), HS diploma or 5 years experience, background check and drug screen required.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Background check and drug screen as required by law; license requirements may apply

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and carry out safety and security procedures
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly and effectively
• Conduct regular and random patrols at client sites; vary by site

Skills

Customer service

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

Allied Universal Security Officer Hiring Event!

IVCC Ottawa Center

321 W Main StOttawa, IL 61350

Wednesday, October 14th 202610:00am - 2:00pm

Earning Potential $17 - $20

As a Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

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 Universalwill 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

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

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.