Security Guard - Access Control

Allied Universal • Plainfield, IL

22h • Onsite

About The Position

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 Guest Check In in Plainfield, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, 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. As an Access Control Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will monitor entry and exit activity, verify credentials, and support a professional, welcoming environment. You will remain visible, perform routine observations, and provide strong customer service and communication that help to deter security-related incidents. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a caring, reliable approach to every shift.

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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by following site-specific procedures at a logistics and distribution location, including supporting access control activities for employees, visitors, contractors, and/or delivery drivers.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials, check identification, and maintain accurate visitor, vehicle, and/or delivery access records in accordance with post procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report security-related concerns, unusual activity, and/or policy violations to appropriate contacts.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility, loading areas, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access and identify security-related issues.
• Assist with screening incoming traffic, coordinating with site contacts on access requests, and communicating directions and post expectations in a professional manner.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED