Security Officer - Visitor Screening

Allied Universal • Romeoville, IL

10h • $19 • 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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Visitor Screening Desk in Romeoville, IL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As a Screener with Allied Universal at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, you will help monitor entrances, screen people and items, and support access control while maintaining a visible presence on the floor. You will complete routine patrols, document security-related activity, and communicate clearly with operations teams, drivers, and visitors. Bring a customer-service mindset and integrity as you work with an agile, reliable, innovative team that puts people first.

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 and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Screen associates, visitors, and vendors at entry points by verifying identification, checking authorization, and monitoring access per site requirements.
• Inspect bags, packages, and/or shipments as directed, and report prohibited items or policy violations to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting events and escalating concerns through the chain of command.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entrances, docks, staging areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential hazards.

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