Security Guard - Truck Gate

Alliedbarton Security Services; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D

Job summary

Allied Universal in Manteno, IL is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Credential Screening to deter incidents and ensure safe access at a logistics and distribution site. You will verify badges, monitor entry points, and respond to incidents with professionalism.

This role requires at least a high school diploma, 18+ age (21+ for armed roles), and a background check; training and benefits such as retirement planning and health coverage are provided.

Qualifications

• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check per federal/state/local laws.
• Criminal histories considered in compliance with laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements vary by state/locality.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide security-related procedures and customer service at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor access control points, verify credentials and document entry/exit activity.
• Respond to access-related incidents and alarms in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, loading docks, and perimeter.
• Maintain daily activity reports and incident documentation.

Skills

Access control

Badge verification

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 Full Time Credential Screening in Manteno, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry points, verify badges and visitor access, monitor activity, and communicate professionally with employees, drivers, and guests. Your visible presence will help deter incidents while supporting smooth operations. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.16 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeThur02:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 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.
• Monitor access control points, verify credentials and authorization, and document visitor, contractor, employee, and delivery vehicle entry and exit activity.
• Respond to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading docks, trailer yards, warehouse areas, parking areas, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports, incident documentation, and access logs, communicating relevant information to site leadership and/or Allied Universal management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• 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.

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