Security Officer - Logistics Site

Allied Universal; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Retirement plan

Medical benefits

Life and AD&D

Disability insurance

Job summary

Allied Universal® in Elwood, IL is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Access Authorization to safeguard clients at a logistics and distribution site. You will verify credentials, monitor entry points, and maintain accurate access records while providing excellent service and a visible security presence.

Join a welcoming team focused on safety, reliability, and integrity. This role offers training, opportunities for career growth, and benefits as part of Allied Universal’s commitment to

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background investigation will be conducted as required by law.
• Drug screening required where permitted by law.
• Licensing depends on state/local requirements.
• A valid driver's license is required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by following site policies and procedures.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for visitors, contractors, and deliveries.
• Control entry/exit of people, vehicles, and shipments per site procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents and coordinate with site contacts and responders.
• Conduct regular patrols of access areas, docks, and perimeter.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

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 Access Authorization 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 help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor activity, and support a welcoming environment for employees, visitors, and drivers. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate clearly, and help deter incidents through a visible presence. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.85 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Tue: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Wed: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Fri: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sat: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Monitor access points, verify visitor, contractor, and delivery credentials, and maintain accurate access and incident documentation for a logistics and distribution location.
• Control entry and exit of personnel, vehicles, and shipments in accordance with site procedures, escalating unauthorized access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, communicating with site contacts and emergency responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access areas, loading docks, parking areas, and the business perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.

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.