Security Officer - Gatehouse Access

Allied Universal • Kankakee, IL

6d • $18 • 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 - Gatehouse Access in Kankakee, IL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a 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 Allied Universal Access Control Officer at a chemical and petrochemical location, you will manage entry points, verify credentials and badges, and support visitor processing while delivering service-focused communication. You will conduct routine patrols and document security-related activity, helping to reduce incidents through a visible presence and timely reporting. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• A Guard Card and/or license is 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to client personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at an industrial chemical manufacturing location.
• Control access at gates, lobbies, and/or guard shacks by verifying identification, issuing visitor badges, managing sign-in logs, and directing authorized traffic to designated areas.
• Conduct vehicle and/or package screening as required by site policy, including checking delivery documentation, confirming appointment information, and reporting discrepancies.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and/or access control systems, document routine activity, and complete incident reports with clear, timely, and accurate details.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications to site contacts and/or emergency services when directed by post orders.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED