Security Officer: Protect People & Premises | Great Benefits

Allied Universal; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company retirement plans

Seven holidays paid at time and a half

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer in Romeoville, IL to protect clients across industries by applying safety procedures, responding to incidents, and performing patrols on site. The role emphasizes customer service and vigilance in dynamic environments.

Minimum requirements include being 18+ for unarmed roles, 21+ for armed roles, a high school diploma or 5 years of verifiable experience, plus a background check and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local 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

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site‑specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5 years verifiable experience

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer in Romeoville, IL to protect clients across industries by applying safety procedures, responding to incidents, and performing patrols on site. The role emphasizes customer service and vigilance in dynamic environments.

Minimum requirements include being 18+ for unarmed roles, 21+ for armed roles, a high school diploma or 5 years of verifiable experience, plus a background check and drug screening.