Security Officer - On Call

Allied Universal • Carpentersville, IL

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer – On Call in Carpentersville, Illinois, for an assigned chemical manufacturing site. The position provides a designated weekly schedule of anchor shifts requiring a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform. The role is described as part-time, with flexibility to work additional hours and the opportunity to build up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week.

The pay rate is $20.00 per hour. The listed anchor schedule is Monday, Thursday, and Sunday from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The officer will provide customer service and carry out site-specific access-control and security procedures, monitor and screen access, respond to incidents, and conduct patrols.

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.
• Undergo a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Undergo a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet any applicable state and/or local security licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Have a valid driver’s license if applying for a driving position.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and drivers at a chemical manufacturing location while carrying out site-specific access-control procedures and security policies.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, issue visitor passes as directed, and maintain accurate entry and exit records.
• Screen incoming personnel, vehicles, and deliveries according to facility procedures, and escalate unauthorized access attempts or irregularities to appropriate site contacts.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations by following established emergency response procedures and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, parking areas, and the facility perimeter to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• 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