Security Officer - Joliet

About Us

Guardian Security Services, a family-owned company, has been proudly serving the Chicagoland area for over fifty years. We work diligently to find our team members opportunities close to home, and a schedule that works best for you to provide a healthy work life balance. Join the Guardian family where your efforts and hard work will be recognized, along with opportunities for career advancement and coupled with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive wages!

Responsibilities

• Understands and maintains general post instructions for that assigned post.
• Must be able to stand and greet guests for extended periods of time.
• Maintain practical knowledge of all additional and emergency post instructions that are called for by the client.
• Maintain access control procedures set by management.
• Effectively utilize access control systems and visitor management systems as needed.
• Ensure all logs are being completed to perfection and seek advice as needed.
• Document and report any property damage and special occurrences.
• Respond to incidents and document the event accurately.
• Greet all residents and/or visitors with a professional demeanor.
• Provide excellent Customer Service, Public Relation interactions and have an Impeccable image at all times.

Requirements

• The ability to be on your feet and / or walking for the duration of your shift.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent observation skills.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in all situations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be a minimum 21 years of age.
• Possess a High School Diploma/GED or military service record.
• Must have a valid Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) or willing to apply for one.
• Must have a 20-hour training certificate or complete within in 30 days of employment.
• All applicants must complete a pre-employment screening process to include drug screening.
• Maintain an impeccable image and adhere to our professional grooming standards.
• Must have mature demeanor, personality and attitude.
• Must possess strong customer service skills, public relation skills and the ability to interact well with people of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Possess strong communication skills, both verbally, written and non-verbal.
• Basic computer knowledge necessary.
• Must maintain a working telephone at all times.
• Must have reliable means of transportation.

Benefits

• Daily Pay, get paid when you want!
• Roth IRA for retirement savings.
• Health Insurance, Dental and Vision.
• Virtual Urgent Care
• Virtual Primary Care Services
• Virtual Behavioral Health
• Prescription Benefit
• Payments for qualified out-of-pocket hospital expenses
• Health Management Coaching
• Personal Pathfinder Assessment
• Laboratory and Genomic Screenings
• Behavioral Change Workshops and Paths
• Emotional Well-Being Solutions
• Digital Coaching
• Professional Tax Consulting Services
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Referral program
• Employee discount
• Paid training

Schedule

• Day Shifts: 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Afternoon Shifts: 3:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability
• Holidays
• Day shift

Pay: $19.00 per hour