Security Officer - Screener

Allied Universal • Carol Stream, IL

3d • 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 Screener in Carol Stream, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Screener in a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, where you will help support screening activities, monitor assigned areas, and conduct routine patrols to help reduce security-related incidents. You will stay visible, provide outstanding customer service and communication, and bring our agile, reliable, innovative, and people-first values to every interaction through teamwork and integrity.

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, visitors, and/or employees while carrying out site-specific screening procedures, access control practices, and emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Screen individuals, packages, and/or vehicles entering or leaving the location in accordance with post orders and established security-related procedures.
• Monitor entry points and credential checks, report unusual activity, and respond to incidents or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Document screening results, visitor activity, and/or incident details accurately and communicate relevant information to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around designated areas, docks, trailers, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

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