Security Officer - Part Time Patrol

Allied Universal; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career growth

Retirement savings plan

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal, Ottawa, IL, is seeking a part-time unarmed Security Officer to patrol manufacturing and industrial locations, deter incidents, and maintain a welcoming environment. You will provide exceptional customer service, monitor access points, and communicate professionally with employees and visitors.

Minimum requirements include being 18+ for unarmed roles, high school diploma, and successful background checks. A drug screen is required where permitted by law, with licensing as needed.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation as required by applicable laws.
• Drug screen required as permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply; driver’s license for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and follow site-specific security procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and access-control concerns in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of production areas, warehouses, and facility perimeter.
• Monitor access points, verify visitor/contractor authorization, and maintain logs/reports.
• Observe and report hazards or unusual conditions to site leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Patrols

Communication

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 Part Time Unarmed Patrol in Ottawa, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate professionally with employees and visitors, and support a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture puts people first through teamwork and integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Sat: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sun: 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 when appropriate, emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of production areas, warehouses, loading docks, parking areas, and the facility perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points, verify visitor and contractor authorization, and maintain accurate logs and reports of security-related activities.
• Observe and report potential hazards, equipment concerns, or unusual conditions to site leadership and/or appropriate personnel.

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 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.