Security Guard Enhanced Part Time Alarm Console

Allied Universal • Chicago, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Guard Enhanced Part Time Unarmed Patrol Alarm Console in Chicago, Illinois. The role provides a consistent assigned-site shift, with the opportunity to claim additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform. The assigned weekly shift requires a six-month commitment. Employees may work part-time hours or build up to a schedule of as many as 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back.

The position pays $19.75 per hour. The listed schedule is Saturday, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The work is at a commercial real estate location and involves customer service, security procedures, patrols, access monitoring, and incident documentation.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet any applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Access control or badge experience.
• Customer service experience.
• Alarm panel experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, contractors, and employees by following site-specific security procedures and policies and, when appropriate, responding to emergencies.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, access concerns, tenant requests, and critical situations, escalating matters according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of building interiors, exterior grounds, parking areas, loading docks, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify concerns.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity, and deliveries; verify credentials and direct individuals according to site procedures.
• Prepare accurate activity logs, incident reports, and shift handoff communications, and promptly report observed concerns to appropriate personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and 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 and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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