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Security Officer - Screening

As a **Security Officer Screening** in **Decatur, IL** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Screener at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, helping monitor access points, conduct screening activities, and support security-related operations. In this role, you will stay visible, communicate professionally, and provide outstanding customer service while helping to deter incidents. Guided by a caring culture, teamwork, agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity, you will play an important part in daily site operations.

**Position Type: Full Time**

**Pay Rate: $18.75 / Hour**

**Job Schedule:**

**Day** **Time**

Mon04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Tue04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Thur08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Sat08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

**What You'll Do:**

+ Provide customer service to visitors, drivers, and/or employees by carrying out security-related screening procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.

+ Screen individuals, bags, packages, and/or personal items entering or leaving the location in accordance with post orders and client-directed protocols, and report suspicious findings or policy concerns to site leadership.

+ Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with supervisors, law enforcement, and/or emergency personnel as needed.

+ Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials, maintain visitor and/or driver logs, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.

+ Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, remaining aware of changing conditions across loading areas, trailer yards, docks, and employee access points.

**Minimum Requirements:**

+ Be at least 21 years of age.

+ 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.

**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.

**Job ID:** 2026-1605739

**Location:** United States-Illinois-Decatur

**Job Category:** Security Officer


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