Security Officer Full Time Armed

Allied Universal; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is hiring an Armed Security Officer for a full-time role in Buffalo Grove, IL. The position involves patrolling, maintaining a visible security presence, and delivering exceptional customer service while safeguarding clients across manufacturing and industrial locations.

You will carry an assigned firearm, monitor access points, respond to incidents, and complete accurate activity reports.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid 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, will undergo background investigation and drug screening as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel while following site procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of interior and exterior areas to deter unauthorized activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, emergencies, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and track personnel and vehicle activity.
• Carry the assigned firearm and equipment in compliance with laws and Allied Universal policies; complete reports.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security

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 Armed in Buffalo Grove, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer supporting a manufacturing and industrial location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, monitor assigned areas, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. Bring integrity, reliability, and a team-focused mindset to a caring, innovative company that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Tue 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Wed 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Thu 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Fri 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and/or delivery personnel while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and policies at a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior areas, production spaces, parking areas, access points, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual conditions and help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, emergencies, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following site procedures and contacting appropriate personnel or emergency responders as needed.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, and maintain awareness of personnel and vehicle activity entering and leaving the location.
• Carry assigned firearm and equipment in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements, Allied Universal policies, and site-specific procedures; complete accurate activity, incident, and inspection reports.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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.

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.