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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Pekin, IL
Pekin, Illinois

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MUST HAVE PERC CAR AND 20 HR CERT. AND PREVIOUS LOSS PREVENTION EXPERIENCE A PLUS. ATTENTION ON DETAIL AND FIRST AND SECOND SHIFT. MUST BE FLEXIBLE FOR OVERTIME FULL TIME POSITIONS.

Would you like to work for a rewarding company you can grow with? US Security is now seeking candidates for an immediate opening. Must have qualified skills.
US Security Associates, Inc., a National Security Firm has immediate openings. Apply today and get your career started with us!We are currently seeking Security Professionals for all sorts of clients. Must have 1-2 years prior security experience along with a valid drivers license to operate company vehicles.Great opportunity -2nd ,3rd shifts and weekends-full and part time shifts are available.We offer Health Insurance, Vacation and Holiday Pay, Retirement 401K, Training, Paid Uniforms, Advancement and more!
Thank you for your interest in working with U.S. Security Associates, Inc. (USA). Before taking the time to complete the application and interview process, we request that you read the following information so you will have a clear understanding of what USA requires of all security officers, as well as what your duties would include if you were hired.
Everyone USA hires must meet the following minimum requirements:Be able to obtain a Local or State Guard Card (where applicable). This includes having a criminal background evaluation, being able to show valid identification, and be able to pay the State Security License fee that is required. Some clients may require specific pre-employment background checks and/or annual background checks. USA does not make the decisions regarding issuing security licenses.Be at least 18 years of age (21 for some positions)Have a reliable means of communication (i.e. home phone, cell phone)Have a reliable means of transportation to and from work Effectively speak, read and write English Must comply with USA appearance standards:Your hair must be neatly cut and groomed. Hair will be cut short enough or styled sufficiently to prevent it from standing out when the uniform cap or hat is worn or from extending below the top of the shirt or jacket collar.Refrain from wearing earrings, necklaces or jewelry worn in the nose, eyebrows, lips, tongues, or other extremities by men or women while on duty.Your face must be clean-shaven except that neatly trimmed mustaches may be worn unless there is a client requirement prohibiting them (such as interfering with the wearing of special safety masks, etc.). Reasonable accommodation based on race, religious belief or for disability will be considered on a case-by-case basis.All uniformed security officers must furnish their own black shoes (plain toed, suitable for wearing with a uniform) and furnish their own black socks. All shoes must be maintained in good condition.As a USA security officer, you may be expected to perform one or more of the following essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation:Be able to work overtime and on various shifts as needed; including weekends and holidays. Reasonable accommodation based on religious beliefs or disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.Be able to maintain accurate records Effectively comprehend numerous policies, procedures, and concepts in order to respond appropriately to various situations Communicate effectively with others Walk up and down stairs Stand for long periods of time sometimes in excess of eight hours Work outside in a variety of weather conditions depending on the assignment USA does not discriminate based on an applicant or employee’s disability and will engage in an interactive process to determine whether there is a reasonable accommodation available. If you have questions regarding an appropriate reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources department at 770-625-1500.
USA thrives on our security guards being customer service oriented to ensure that we exceed our clients' expectations. Satisfied clients are the reason for our existence. It is up to each and every security guard to ensure that our clients are pleased with the service they receive.
JOB SUMMARY:Under direct supervision, the Security Officer position patrols assigned areas to ensure protection of clients, visitors, property and equipment. Responsibilities include: Security Officer Description: Under direct supervision, patrols assigned area to ensure protection of clients, visitors, property and equipment. Will be providing escorts. Controls and monitors access ingress and egress out of assigned site and monitors burglar and fire alarm systems as required. Patrols assigned area on foot or as assigned to ensure personal, building, and equipment secured and safe.Examines doors, windows, and gates to ensure security; uses client keys to open and close buildings; monitors closed buildings for unauthorized persons and/or suspicious activities.Informs and warns violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.Provides escort services as necessary.Watches for and reports irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations; contacts emergency responders, such as police, fire, and/or ambulance personnel, as required.Remains alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and/or security code violators; approaches suspicious persons and/or notifies police as appropriate; may confront and detain violators, as required, until police arrive.Provides quality customer service.Prepares routine, standardized reports and notifications to off site security director.May provide specialized security in complex operational areas, requiring specific knowledge of the operating environment.Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:He/she must be customer service oriented.The successful candidate will pay close attention to detail.He/she must embody U.S. Security Associates’ values as a highly visible representative of the branch and set high standards for him/her and others.
ENVIRONMENT: Position based in Field Operations. Requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment
DISCLAIMER: All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship. EOE

 

Company Description

U.S. Security Associates, the market leading and wholly owned American safety and security services providers, with locally-responsive offices providing premier national security services and global consulting and investigations to customers in a range of industries.

Recognized for world-class customer service, leading-edge technology, and an enterprise approach to risk management, USA offers optimized security solutions to meet specific customer needs. USA is committed to building quality security and risk management programs that are Safe. Secure. Friendly.

USA's investment in a culture of excellence is reflected not only by BEST Awards from the Association for Talent Development, consistent ranking on the Training magazine Top 125, and technology-driven quality management system but also by the award-winning customer service delivered by the company's leadership team and security officers on a daily basis.

USA employs over 50,000 security professionals with diverse expertise and insight, ranging from entry-level security officers to some of the industry's best talent, from law enforcement, military and corporate security backgrounds.

We raised the bar for quality management with the help of a patented suite of integrated technologies that drive quality and accountability in our security service delivery processes. Cutting-edge technology is behind many of our proudest achievements, including top security company ranking for training, recognition for world-class customer service and technology-driven quality management system.

Today, U.S. Security Associates serves 5,300 clients in a wide range of markets and environments. We provide local responsiveness, national security services, and global consulting and investigations, wherever clients need Safe. Secure. Friendly. US Security Associates will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.