Security Officer - Guard Shack
About the role
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 Full Time Unarmed Patrol Inspection in East Saint Louis, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a leading aerospace and defense location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support access control and reporting activities. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, and people-first culture with integrity and teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and/or delivery personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, access points, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual conditions or unauthorized activity.
- Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as directed, and maintain visitor and contractor entry records in accordance with site-specific procedures.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and emergency responders when required.
- Prepare clear, accurate activity and incident reports and communicate observations, hazards, and maintenance concerns to Allied Universal supervision and site management.
Requirements
- Possess at least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
- 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.
Benefits
- Smart Tools: Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial and Health Benefits: Access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Exclusive Perks: Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.
Pay
$20.00 per hour
Schedule
- Monday: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Tuesday: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Friday: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Saturday: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Sunday: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Position type: Full Time. Requisition ID: 2026-1711721.