Security Officer - Full Time

AUS; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

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Job summary

Allied Universal in Lockport, IL is seeking a Security Officer to support Emergency Preparedness at a busy logistics site. You will guard premises, conduct routine patrols, deter incidents, and provide excellent service to employees and visitors.

The role offers full-time hours with a pay rate of $18.03 per hour, along with training, health benefits, and career growth opportunities. Join a team committed to reliable service and safety.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check will be conducted per federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local laws.
• A valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and delivery personnel by following security procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly, following site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of distribution areas, loading docks, parking areas, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry for employees, visitors, vendors, and drivers.
• Document incidents and daily activities and communicate information to site leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Patrols

Incident response

Access control

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

As a Security Officer Full Time Emergency Preparedness in Lockport, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Security Officer supporting a dynamic logistics and distribution location. You will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, help to deter incidents, and provide outstanding customer service and communication to employees and visitors. Bring a reliable, people-first approach while working collaboratively with a team that values agility, innovation, integrity, and dependable service.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.03 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Tue: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Wed: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Thur: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Fri: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and/or delivery personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of distribution areas, loading docks, parking areas, and the facility perimeter to help identify unusual activity and report observations.
• Monitor access points and assist with verifying authorized entry for employees, visitors, vendors, and/or drivers in accordance with site requirements.
• Document incidents, observations, and daily activities accurately and communicate relevant information to site leadership and/or Allied Universal management.

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.
• 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.

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.