Security Officer - Third Shift

Alliedbarton Security Services; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Badge Access in Mount Vernon, IL to protect clients across automotive facilities. You will manage badge access, monitor entry points, verify IDs, and maintain access logs while delivering professional customer service.

The role is full-time with a day-to-night schedule, and the position requires at least high school diploma, background check, and willingness to undergo a drug screen. Prior badge access or security experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Access control / badge experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 (21 for armed roles).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees and visitors.
• Monitor entry points and verify IDs.
• Issue visitor credentials and log access.
• Respond to incidents and alarms professionally.
• Conduct regular patrols of the site.

Skills

Access control

Customer service

Age requirement

Background check

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 Badge Access in Mount Vernon, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Auto, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a leading automotive manufacturing location, you will help maintain a welcoming, controlled environment by managing badge access, monitoring entry points, and communicating professionally with employees and visitors. You will support security-related operations through attentive observation, clear reporting, and exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon10:00 PM - 06:00 AMThur10:00 PM - 06:00 AMFri10:00 PM - 06:00 AMSat10:00 PM - 06:00 AMSun10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and drivers while carrying out site-specific security procedures, access-control policies, and emergency response activities at an automotive manufacturing location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate access logs in accordance with site requirements.
• Control access for delivery vehicles, commercial drivers, and contractors entering designated areas, directing them to appropriate check-in locations as needed.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; document observations and notify appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, parking areas, the business, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Access control/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.

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.