Security Officer

Guardian Security Services, Inc.

Oak Brook (IL)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 31,000

Full time

42 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Roth IRA for retirement savings
Paid training

Job summary

Guardian Security Services, Inc. in Oak Brook, IL is seeking a Security Officer for a full-time role. The position requires a high school diploma and involves night and some weekend shifts. You will perform foot patrols, monitor access control, and respond to incidents while maintaining a professional image.

The role offers benefits and the chance to work with a family-owned security provider that values employees. Pay is $19 per hour, with opportunities for growth and additional duties on shift.

Qualifications

  • Must have a High School Diploma/GED or military service.
  • Must be 21 years of age or older.
  • Must have a valid PERC or be willing to apply for one.
  • Must have a 20-hour training certificate or complete within 30 days of employment.
  • Ability to walk 4-5 miles per shift.
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

  • Understands and maintains general post instructions for the assigned post.
  • Maintain access control procedures set by management.
  • Utilize access control systems and visitor management systems.
  • Document and report property damage and special occurrences.
  • Monitor CCTV to guard against theft and trespassing.
  • Respond to incidents and document events accurately.
  • Greet residents/visitors with professionalism.
  • Sign in and out all guests and vendors.
  • Provide excellent customer service and maintain a professional image.

Skills

Attention to detail
Communication skills
Basic computer knowledge
Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Security Officer

Full-time

High school degree

Location: Oak Brook, IL 60523 (Oak Brook - 1305)

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Security Officer Needed in Oak Brook - Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12 am to 8 am & Sundays and Mondays from 4 pm to 12 am

This position involves extensive walking / foot patrols, and you will average between 5-6 miles per shift. In addition, you will be responsible for light maintenance tasks throughout your shift. The ideal candidate likes to stay moving and helping others.

About Us

Guardian Security Services is now celebrating 50 years of security excellence, so work for a family-owned company that cares about the employee. Good Business Is About Making Smart Investments. At Guardian Security, We Invest in People! We believe our employees to be our most important assets. When selecting our Security Officers, we continually strive to make the most appropriate fit between the applicant and our client's specific security needs. The Guardian hiring criteria and process is one of the greatest points of difference over our competition.

Why Join Us
  • Daily Pay, get paid when you want!
  • Roth IRA for retirement savings.
  • Health Insurance, Dental and Vision.
  • Virtual Urgent Care
  • Virtual Primary Care Services
  • Virtual Behavioral Health
  • Prescription Benefit
  • Payments for qualified out-of-pocket hospital expenses
  • Health Management Coaching
  • Personal Pathfinder Assessment
  • Laboratory and Genomic Screenings
  • Behavioral Change Workshops and Paths
  • Emotional Well-Being Solutions
  • Digital Coaching
  • Professional Tax Consulting Services
Your Responsibilities
  • Understands and maintains general post instructions for that assigned post.
  • Maintain practical knowledge of all additional and emergency post instructions that are called for by the client.
  • Maintain access control procedures set by management.
  • Effectively utilize access control systems, visitor management systems and any other systems as needed.
  • Document and report any property damage and special occurrences.
  • Monitor CCTV’s to guard against theft and trespassing.
  • Respond to incidents and document the event accurately.
  • Greet all residents and/or visitors with a professional demeanor.
  • Sign in and out all guests and vendors.
  • Provide excellent Customer Service, Public Relation interactions and have an Impeccable image at all times.
Requirements
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent observation skills
  • Ability to walk 4-5 miles per shift.
  • Ability to handle light maintenance work.
  • Ability to remain calm and composed in all situations
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Must be a minimum 21 years of age.
  • Possess a High School Diploma/GED or military service record.
  • Must have a valid Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) or willing to apply for one.
  • Must have a 20-hour training certificate or complete within in 30 days of employment.
  • Basic computer knowledge necessary.
  • All applicants must complete a pre-employment screening process to include drug screening.
  • Maintain an impeccable image and adhere to our professional grooming standards.
  • Must have mature demeanor, personality and attitude.
  • Must possess strong customer service skills, public relation skills and the ability to interact well with people of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
  • Possess strong communication skills, both verbally, written and non-verbal.
  • Must maintain a working telephone at all times.
  • Must have reliable means of transportation.
Work schedule
  • 8 hour shift
  • Weekend availability
  • Night shift
Benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Referral program
  • Employee discount
  • Paid training

Guardian Security Services - Oak Brook - 1305

Oak Brook, IL, 60523

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