Security Officer - Logistics Operations

Allied Universal; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings + healthcare

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Credential Validation in Elwood, IL. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access, and support secure flow of employees, visitors, and deliveries at a logistics site.

The role emphasizes visible presence, clear communication, and a customer-focused approach to deter incidents and promote a welcoming environment. Full-time position with competitive pay and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A background investigation will be conducted as required by federal, state and local laws.
• A drug screening will be performed as permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply depending on state/local laws.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, drivers, and contractors by following site-specific security procedures.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for personnel entering the location.
• Maintain entry records and issue/collect access credentials as assigned.
• Respond calmly to incidents and notify appropriate contacts or emergency services when needed.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, loading areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Communication

Teamwork

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 Credential Validation in Elwood, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a logistics and distribution location, you will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and support a secure flow of employees, visitors, and deliveries. Your visible presence, clear communication, and customer-focused approach will help deter incidents and promote a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, reliability, and innovation guide how we put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.85 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM


• Tue: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM


• Sat: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM


• Sun: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, drivers, and contractors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access control policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.


• Monitor access points and verify credentials for personnel, visitors, and delivery drivers entering and leaving the logistics and distribution location.


• Maintain visitor, contractor, and vehicle entry records in accordance with site policies; issue and collect access credentials as assigned.


• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and emergency services when needed.


• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking areas, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and report unusual conditions.

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.