Security Officer Full Time - Afternoons

Alliedbarton Security Services; Milan (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer (Afternoons) in Milan, IL to safeguard clients across industries, conducting patrols, monitoring access, and responding to incidents. The role emphasizes customer service, professionalism, and a visible security presence.

The position is full-time with afternoon shifts, requiring a high school diploma, background check, and ability to use computers and badge systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and drug screen are required.
• Licensing may be required by state/local laws.
• Armed roles have age requirements; driving positions require a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors while following site procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of manufacturing and industrial areas, parking, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity, and contractor entry per location procedures.
• Respond to incidents in a calm, solution-oriented manner and document observations for appropriate contacts.
• Deter unauthorized activity by maintaining a professional presence and reporting security concerns to site leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge systems

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Alarm panels

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 Full Time - Afternoons in Milan, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor access points, and respond to security-related concerns. You will deliver professional customer service and clear communication while supporting a secure environment. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon03:00 PM - 11:00 PMTue03:00 PM - 11:00 PMSat03:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors while carrying out site-specific procedures and applicable emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of manufacturing and industrial buildings, production areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to identify and report unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity, and contractor entry in accordance with location procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and notifying appropriate contacts.
• Help to deter unauthorized activity by maintaining a professional presence and reporting security-related concerns to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Minimum Requirements:

• At this site, there are limited on‑site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.
• Experience with access control and badge systems is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Experience with alarm panels is preferred.
• Comfort 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.