Security Officer - Flex Gatehouse
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Flex Gatehouse in Plainfield, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Access Control Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will greet team members and drivers, verify credentials, manage visitor and shipment access, and monitor cameras and alarms for security-related concerns. You will complete routine rounds, write clear reports, and communicate with site leadership to help support smooth operations. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity and teamwork to a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative culture.
Requirements
- Customer service experience preferred.
- Comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Customer service experience preferred.
- Comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to visitors, drivers, and employees by carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
- Staff an access control post by checking identification, verifying appointments and/or delivery paperwork, issuing visitor credentials, and directing traffic flow in accordance with site requirements.
- Monitor inbound and outbound shipments, trailers, and packages for irregularities, document observations, and report concerns to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications, documenting details, and assisting with incident scene control as directed.
- Conduct regular and random patrols around the facility and perimeter, including checking doors, gates, loading docks, and yard areas, and complete required reports and logs.
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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
