Security Guard - On Call

Allied Universal • Rosemont, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Guard - On Call in Des Plaines, Illinois, at an aerospace and defense location. The role offers a designated site and weekly anchor shift requiring a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through a scheduling platform. The position is intended for part-time employment, with the opportunity to increase hours up to 40 per week and scale back when needed. The scheduled shift is Tuesday, 8:00 PM–4:00 AM. Pay is $19.55 per hour.

The Security Guard provides customer service and performs security-related procedures, patrols, access monitoring, incident response, and documentation according to site-specific requirements. Applicants are subject to background investigation and drug screening, as permitted by law. Applicable state or local licensing may be required; a valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles or 21 years old for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Have a valid driver’s license if applying for a driving position.
• Commit to the designated site and weekly anchor shift for six months.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and vendors at an aerospace and defense location while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of facilities, access points, parking areas, and perimeter areas, and identify and report unusual activity, hazards, or policy violations.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as directed, and remain aware of visitor and contractor activity in accordance with site requirements.
• Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations, escalating concerns to appropriate site contacts and emergency responders as needed.
• Prepare accurate reports and complete required documentation regarding patrols, incidents, observations, and security-related activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Retirement plans
• Disability insurance
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other businesses through the perks program
• Paid training programs

What This Job Offers

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