Security Officer - Overnight

Allied Universal; Minooka (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer Digital Systems Operations in Minooka, IL. You will monitor areas, patrol facilities, and provide exceptional customer service while ensuring safety in a manufacturing/industrial setting.

The role emphasizes responding to incidents, verifying credentials, and communicating effectively with teams to maintain secure operations. This is a full-time position with a structured night schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ (21+ for armed roles) and able to pass background checks.
• Background investigation required by law; drug screen may be required.
• Licensing requirements may apply depending on state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents calmly and solve problems related to alarms, access, and workplace disruptions.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of production areas, docks, parking, offices, and perimeter to identify hazards.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify credentials, and keep logs/reports.
• Report maintenance concerns or conditions that affect facility operations to the appropriate personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Tech literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Alarm panel

Access control

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 Digital Systems Operations in Minooka, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal as a professional supporting a manufacturing and industrial location. You will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help deter incidents, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. This role offers the opportunity to support a secure environment while working with an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.47 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Wed 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Thur 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Fri 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sat 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sun 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities within a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including alarms, access concerns, and workplace disruptions.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout production areas, loading docks, parking areas, office spaces, and the facility perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or hazards.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify credentials as directed by site procedures, and maintain accurate logs and reports.
• Support site operations by reporting maintenance concerns, damaged equipment, or conditions that may affect facility operations to appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Access control/badge 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.

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.