Security Guard - Second Shift

Allied Universal • Decatur, IL

6d • 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 Screening in Decatur, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Screener in a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, you will help maintain a secure environment by screening people, packages, and/or materials in accordance with site procedures. You will remain alert, communicate professionally, and provide exceptional customer service while helping to identify and report security-related concerns. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where integrity, innovation, and a people-first culture drive 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, drivers, visitors, and employees while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Screen packages, shipments, and personal items in accordance with site procedures, identifying prohibited, damaged, or suspicious items for appropriate follow-up.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for individuals entering designated operational areas.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly reporting observations to site leadership and/or emergency personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned loading, sorting, and perimeter areas; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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