Security Officer - Part-Time Cargo Screener

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer - Part-Time Cargo Screener in Carol Stream, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Screener with Allied Universal at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, you will help support smooth operations by screening people and items entering the facility, monitoring assigned areas, and conducting routine patrols to help deter security-related incidents. You will stay visible, communicate clearly with team members and site leaders, and deliver a welcoming customer service experience. Bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset, backed by teamwork and integrity in a people-first culture.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $19.04 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri03:00 AM - 11:00 AMSat11:00 AM - 05:30 PM

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a logistics and distribution location.
• Screen and process employees, visitors, drivers, and vendors entering and exiting the facility in accordance with site procedures, including verifying identification and access authorization.
• Inspect and screen deliveries, packages, and personal items as required by site policy, and document findings per post requirements.
• Operate screening equipment and/or conduct manual screening as assigned, following established procedures and escalation steps.
• Monitor access points such as entrances, exits, and checkpoint lanes, helping to deter unauthorized entry and/or removal of property.
• Maintain accurate logs and reports for screening activity, visitor access, incidents, and unusual conditions, and notify appropriate personnel as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications and supporting emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Observe for policy violations, suspicious behavior, and/or prohibited items, and escalate concerns through the chain of command per site guidelines.
• Provide directions and assistance to employees, visitors, and drivers to support orderly movement through screening and access control areas.
• Support traffic flow at checkpoints and staging areas by communicating with site personnel, coordinating access, and maintaining an orderly queue when required.
• Use two-way radios, telephones, and/or computer systems to communicate status updates, request assistance, and document screening-related activity.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter as directed. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

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.
• 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.

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive