Security Officer - Part Time Operations

Allied Universal; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

On-site at Plainfield

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Part Time Enhanced Security Officer in Plainfield, IL. This role offers flexible hours with a fixed anchor shift and opportunities to pick up additional shifts to increase earnings, while gaining hands-on security experience with a top industry leader.

The position emphasizes customer service, access control, and rapid response to incidents at a logistics site. You must be 18+, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and be prepared for background checks and a drug

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
• Background check required.
• Drug screening required.
• Driver's license may be required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor and control access to the facility and verify credentials.
• Conduct regular patrols of the warehouse, loading docks, and parking areas.
• Respond to incidents calmly following site procedures.
• Maintain activity logs and report observations to leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

Age 18+

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

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 Operations 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

DayTimeSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

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 to clients, visitors, drivers, and employees at a logistics and distribution location by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor and control access to the facility, including verifying credentials, managing visitor and driver entry, and documenting arrivals, departures, and access‑related activity.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the warehouse, loading docks, trailer areas, parking areas, and perimeter to help identify unusual conditions and help deter unauthorized access.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access‑related concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following site‑specific procedures.
• Maintain accurate activity logs and communicate observations, incidents, and access‑control concerns to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.

Minimum Requirements

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.

Closing

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.