Security Officer - Credential Issuance

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.

About the role

As a Security Officer Credential Issuance in Channahon, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical. As an Access Control Officer at a chemical/petrochemical location, you will help manage badge access, monitor alarm panels, and support a welcoming, professional entry experience. You will use computer or tablet systems, communicate with employees and visitors, and help deter security-related incidents through attentive service.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or authorizations, and maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and vehicle access records.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, business areas, and perimeter locations to identify and report unusual conditions or unauthorized activity.
• Support compliance with chemical and petrochemical facility access requirements, including applicable personal protective equipment and restricted-area protocols.

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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Experience with alarm panels is preferred.
• Experience with access control systems and badge systems is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to 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.

Pay

$18.75 / hour

Schedule

• Monday: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Tuesday: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Wednesday: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Thursday: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Sunday: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM