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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Your safety career starts here. Reliable work. Real impact, Become a Truck Gate Security Officer!

• Starting Pay Rate $18.23 / Hour
• Join the Nation's Largest Security Company, expanding Internationally!

• Promote from Within Culture! Plenty of Opportunities for Career Development!

• Paid Orientation and On The Job Training!

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in security? We are hiring for Security Officer - Truck Gate positions in the Edwardsville, IL area. Whether you're an experienced security officer or just getting started, we have opportunities for you!

Available Schedules: Full-time & Flexible  schedules available.

Flexible Schedule Requirements : A Flex officer is available on call to pick up shifts for call off's and vacations. They must be available to work all days of the week for any shift. No Guarantee a officer will work more than 8 hrs a week. Flexible Officers Schedules vary based on the need of the client.

Flexible Officers will be considered for the next available open Full Time Shift.

Site Requirements: Must have a valid driver's license with 1+ years previous employment history.

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced computer knowledge (Microsoft Office/Google Apps)

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability under pressure

• Calm and effective communication during high-stress events

• Organizational and multitasking skills

• Availability to work nights and weekends

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Effective communication with drivers and site staff during gate checks

• Ability to confirm identity through ID inspection

• Ability to verify truck seal numbers against Bill of Lading (BOL) documentation

• Knowledge of shipping/receiving procedures and freight documentation
• Strong observational skills to ensure accuracy and detect discrepancies
• Attention to detail when checking and recording truck numbers

As a Security Officer - Truck Gate, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

  Additional Job Duties May Include:

  • High-level customer service and visitor assistance

  • Providing direction and leadership in emergency situations

  • Responding to alarms, emergencies, and incidents calmly and efficiently

  • Monitoring via radios, phones, intercoms, and computer systems

  • Completing detailed incident and shift reports

  • Emergency notifications and following site procedures

  • Working in various weather conditions

  • Assisting in training of new officers

  • Performing foot patrols, and stationary post duties

Minimum 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, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• 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

Perks and Benefits:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.