Security Officer - Part Time

Allied Universal; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer – Enhanced Part Time Entry Support in Plainfield, IL. This role offers reliable, fixed hours with the option to pick up additional shifts to boost earnings, and a structured path toward fuller schedules up to 40 hours per week.

The position includes access-control responsibilities, incident response, and routine patrols, with a pay rate of $19.73 per hour. A six‑month anchor shift commitment helps establish a steady base schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and drug screen required by law and company policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by enforcing site access-control procedures and safety protocols.
• Monitor and control access points for employees, visitors, contractors, and deliveries; verify credentials.
• Coordinate vehicle and trailer entry/exit at gates or checkpoints following site procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents and communicate observations to site contacts and leadership.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, loading areas, parking and perimeter to identify security concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

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.

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Entry Support in Plainfield, IL, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $19.73 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Tue: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

How This Role Works

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part‑time hours this week and full‑time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part‑time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build‑up to a full‑time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out site‑specific access‑control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor and control access points for employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel; verify credentials and maintain visitor and access records.
• Coordinate vehicle and trailer entry and exit at gates or checkpoints, following site procedures for driver identification, deliveries, and departures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner and promptly communicate observations to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking areas, and the facility perimeter to help identify and report security‑related concerns.

Minimum Requirements

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.