Security Officer - Full Time

Allied Universal; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Benefits package

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal in Mount Vernon, IL, is seeking a Security Officer Credential Screening to protect clients across industries, including automotive locations. You will manage badge access, monitor entry points, conduct patrols, and provide clear customer service with professionalism and integrity.

This full-time role offers steady schedules, competitive pay, and access to Allied Universal's training and benefits programs, with a team-focused culture and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors by carrying out access-control procedures.
• Monitor and control entry and exit points, verify IDs, issue visitor credentials.
• Respond to incidents and alarms in a calm, problem-solving manner; communicate observations to site contacts or responders.
• Conduct regular patrols of entry points and surrounding areas to deter unauthorized access.
• Document unusual activity and complete required reports.

Skills

Access control

Badge experience

Customer service

Age requirement

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 Credential Screening in Mount Vernon, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Auto, and more. As an Access Control Officer at an automotive location, you will help maintain a secure environment by managing badge access, monitoring entry points, conducting routine patrols, and remaining visible to help deter incidents. You will provide outstanding customer service and clear communication while supporting a caring, team-focused culture built on integrity, reliability, agility, and innovation at Allied Universal.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tue02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wed02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Sun06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures and policies at an automotive manufacturing location.
• Monitor and control entry and exit points, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain access-related records.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; communicate observations to appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned entry points, facility areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized access and identify security-related concerns.
• Follow established procedures for vehicle, package, and contractor access, documenting unusual activity and completing required reports.

Minimum Requirements

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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.

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.

Requisition ID: 2026-1690084