Security Officer - Armed Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health benefits and retirement plan

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Pekin, IL seeks an Armed Security Officer to patrol and safeguard financial institution locations, deter incidents, and provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include conducting armed patrols, monitoring access, and maintaining logs while adhering to site policies. The role requires a valid armed guard card, background check, and 21+ age. Allied Universal promotes equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Respond to incidents and alarms in a calm, problem-solving manner following reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of the premises and deter unauthorized activity.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a financial institution location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the business, exterior grounds, parking areas, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and observe visitor, employee, and vehicle activity, reporting suspicious or unusual conditions to site management and/or appropriate authorities.
• Complete accurate activity logs, incident reports, and shift documentation in accordance with Allied Universal and site-specific requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

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 Armed Patrol in Pekin, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a financial institution, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a secure environment for employees and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate professionally, and respond to security-related concerns with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where a caring culture and teamwork put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri03:00 PM - 01:00 AMSat02:00 PM - 12:00 AMSun02:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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 financial institution location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the business, exterior grounds, parking areas, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and observe visitor, employee, and vehicle activity, reporting suspicious or unusual conditions to site management and/or appropriate authorities.
• Complete accurate activity logs, incident reports, and shift documentation in accordance with Allied Universal and site-specific requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.