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.

As a Security Officer - Credential Screening in CHANNAHON , IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a busy chemical and petrochemical location, you will help manage entry points, verify badges and visitor credentials, and monitor alarm panels and access control systems. You will conduct routine patrols, stay visible to help deter incidents, and provide strong customer service through clear communication and accurate reporting. At Allied Universal, you will work with a caring, agile team that acts with integrity and brings innovative solutions to daily operations.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Why Join Us:

• 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 You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, contractors, and employees by following site-specific access control procedures at an industrial processing location.
• Control entry and exit at gates and/or checkpoints by verifying identification, authorizations, and required credentials, and by issuing visitor and contractor badges when applicable.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and access control systems as assigned, and document entries, exits, and unusual activity in accordance with post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including notifying appropriate site contacts and/or emergency services per established procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas around the business and perimeter as directed, helping to deter unauthorized access and other security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet - preferred.
• Alarm Panel Experience - preferred.
• Access Control/Badge Experience - preferred.
• Customer Service Experience - 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.

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.

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