Security Officer - Joliet

Security Officer - Joliet

Guardian Security Services, a family‑owned company, has proudly served 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 a comprehensive benefits package and competitive wages.

Joliet, IL 60433

Full‑time / Part‑time

$19.00 per hour

• Day Shifts 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Afternoon Shifts 3:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

• Understand and maintain general post instructions for assigned post.
• Stand and greet guests for extended periods of time.
• Maintain practical knowledge of all additional and emergency post instructions requested 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 completed to perfection and seek advice as needed.
• Document and report any property damage and special occurrences.
• Respond to incidents and document events accurately.
• Greet all residents and/or visitors with a professional demeanor.
• Provide excellent customer service, public relations interactions, and maintain an impeccable image at all times.

• Shifts will be 08:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and/or 3:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• 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 be willing to apply for one.
• Must have a 20‑hour training certificate or complete within 30 days of employment.
• All applicants must complete a pre‑employment screening process to include drug screening.
• Maintain an impeccable image and adhere to professional grooming standards.
• Must have a mature demeanor, personality and attitude.
• Must possess strong customer service skills and public relations skills and be able to interact well with people of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Possess strong communication skills, both verbally, written and non‑verbal.
• Basic computer knowledge necessary.
• Maintain a working telephone at all times.
Have reliable transportation.

• 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.