Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol

Allied Universal • Centralia, IL

12d • $19

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol in Centralia, IL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. Join Allied Universal at a busy food and beverage location where your unarmed patrol presence helps support a welcoming environment for team members and visitors. You will conduct routine patrols, watch for unusual activity, complete detailed reports, and communicate clearly with site contacts. With an agile, reliable, and innovative approach, you will deliver through teamwork, put people first, and act with integrity while providing standout customer service.

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 site personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a food and beverage production and distribution location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation and timely communication to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify hazards, unusual conditions, and/or policy violations.
• Control access at vehicle and pedestrian entry points by checking identification, verifying authorization, and directing traffic flow to support orderly operations.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and other site systems when assigned, documenting observations and escalating concerns per post orders.
• Complete routine patrol logs, incident reports, and shift handoff information with clear, detailed, and timely documentation.
• Support receiving and shipping activity as directed by post orders, including monitoring dock areas, trailer checks when assigned, and reporting suspicious or unusual conditions.
• Perform roving checks of critical areas such as offices, storage areas, break areas, and parking lots, with attention to restricted zones and signage requirements.
• Assist with emergency and abnormal events such as fire alarms, medical calls, spills, and severe weather by following site procedures and coordinating with responders as directed.
• Maintain a professional presence, follow uniform and appearance standards, and provide courteous assistance and/or directions to employees, contractors, and visitors.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: 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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees