Security Officer - Truck Gate

Security Officer Credential Verification

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 Credential Verification in Elwood, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer in a logistics and distribution location, you will help maintain a secure environment by monitoring entry points, verifying authorized access, and communicating professionally with employees, visitors, and drivers. You will remain visible, report security-related concerns, and support smooth facility operations through teamwork and integrity. Join Allied Universal's agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture, where people come first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.85 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

Mon 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tue 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sat 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Sun 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and employees while carrying out site-specific access control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points at a logistics and distribution location, verify authorized access, and maintain visitor, contractor, and delivery records in accordance with site requirements.
• Control access for delivery vehicles and personnel, direct individuals to appropriate check-in areas, and report unauthorized access attempts or irregular activity.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established security-related protocols and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, docks, parking areas, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.

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.

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.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information:

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit:

Requisition ID 2026-1741068