Security Officer - Access Control

Alliedbarton Security Services; Minooka (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Computerized Entry Control in Minooka, IL. You will protect clients in industrial settings, manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor activity, and provide excellent customer service.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma, background check, and drug screen. You will operate access-control systems, maintain visitor records, perform patrols, document incidents, and support a safe, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Age 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel while enforcing security procedures and site policies.
• Monitor and control access by verifying IDs, visitor authorization, contractor credentials, and delivery documentation.
• Operate access-control systems, maintain visitor and vehicle entry records, issue and recover credentials, and report irregularities to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and following escalation protocols.
• Conduct regular patrols of entry points, loading areas, warehouse operations, and perimeter to deter unauthorized access.

Skills

Computer literacy

Customer service

Observational skills

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 Computerized Entry Control in Minooka, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a dynamic manufacturing and industrial location, you will help manage entry points, verify access credentials, monitor activity, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. You will maintain a visible presence, document incidents, and help deter unauthorized access while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where people come first, teamwork drives results, and integrity guides every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.81 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeWed10:00 PM - 06:00 AMThur10:00 PM - 06:00 AMSat10:00 PM - 06:00 AMSun10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor and control access to the industrial location by verifying identification, visitor authorization, contractor credentials, and delivery documentation in accordance with site procedures.
• Operate access-control systems, maintain accurate visitor and vehicle entry records, issue and recover credentials, and report access irregularities to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and communication protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entry points, loading areas, warehouse operations, and the facility perimeter to help deter unauthorized access and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.