Security Officer - Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Entry Operations Driver in Romeoville, IL to protect clients across varied facilities. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, and assist visitors with professionalism while performing patrols and responding to incidents.

The role requires a valid driver’s license and emphasizes customer service, access control experience, and the ability to use a computer or tablet for reporting.

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver’s license and ability to drive as part of the role.
• Experience in delivering quality customer service in a security or client-facing environment.
• Experience with access control systems, badge issuance, and visitor management.
• CPR certification is preferred but not required.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet for reporting and badge handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to employees, visitors, vendors, and delivery personnel while carrying out site-specific security procedures and access-control policies.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, issue and collect visitor passes, and maintain entry/exit records.
• Control access to retail distribution, office, and loading areas in accordance with site policies to deter unauthorized entry.
• Respond to incidents and security concerns in a calm, professional manner and notify appropriate contacts or responders when needed.
• Conduct regular patrols of interior and exterior areas and document observations.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Customer service

Access control

CPR certification

Computer literacy

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

As a Security Officer Entry Operations Driver in Romeoville, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a retail location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, support badge access, and assist visitors with professionalism. You will remain visible, conduct routine patrols, help deter incidents, and communicate clearly with team members and guests. This driving position offers the opportunity to deliver exceptional service while living Allied Universal’s values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$24.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Tue 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Wed 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Fri 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Sat 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide exceptional customer service to employees, visitors, vendors, and delivery personnel while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control policies, and emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, issue and collect visitor passes, and maintain accurate entry and exit records.
• Control access to retail distribution, office, and loading areas in accordance with site policies, helping to deter unauthorized entry.
• Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; promptly notify appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned interior and exterior areas, including entrances, parking areas, loading zones, and perimeter locations; document observations and report unusual activity.

Minimum Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience 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 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.