Security Officer – Full Time – Edwardsville, IL

Former Military / Law Enforcement Encouraged To Apply!!

Wage: $18.50/HR

 2nd & 3rd Shift Available!! 

Securitas Security Services is the World Leader in private security employing over 350,000 Security Officers and staff worldwide in more than 45 countries. We are currently hiring qualified individuals for Security Officer positions to join OUR Team. Securitas has operations across the United States, from guarding to high tech enabled security. We provide specialized security services and high-tech solutions individually tailored for our prestigious clients.

We are seeking candidates to provide excellent customer service to our clients and their guests while adhering to our core values of: Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. Our teams create safe and secure environments, conducting themselves in a professional manner. We help make the world a safer place, by providing innovative high-quality sustainable security and peace of mind for our clients and their customers when they need it most!

We are a THC Free and Drug Free Workplace.

Drug screen (mouth swab and/or urinalyses are used) and background investigation (drug screen includes THC).

All interviews will be in-person at our office.

Open interviews:

Every Thursday

10:00am to 11:00am.

Proper interview attire required to be interviewed.

DRESS TO IMPRESS!!!

Interview Location:

141 Market Place (intersection of Jerome and Market Place)

Suite 108

Fairview Heights, Illinois

62208

Call 618-257-2815 for any questions (Press option for Sherrico or Adam).

Will need to be available for 2nd and 3rd shifts and weekends/holidays

Monday to Friday and/or day shift positions are not available.

What Your Day May Look Like:

Conflict resolution and de-escalation.Secure entrances / exits.Conduct patrols inside and outside the client’s premises in various weather conditions.Frequent interactions with client employees and guests.Identify and report safety issues, hazardous conditions, or any suspicious activity.Protect evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations.Set up barriers / signage and provide direction or information to others.Carry out specific tasks and duties of similar nature and scope as required for assigned site.

Security Officer Benefits:

Paid weekly.

Paid Time Off.

401k.

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, and Health Savings Accounts.

Tuition Reimbursement.

Life Insurance and Disability Insurance.

Employee Assistance Program.

Training programs.

Dedicated Region and Area Management support staff.

Career growth opportunities.

Security Officer Minimum Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age to qualify for a PERC Security Officer License in the State of Illinois.

Have a High School Diploma or GED or be willing to complete the GED program within six months.

 Average to above average computer skills.

Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills a plus!!

Must be able to interact with a wide range of individuals in a professional manner.

Must have great attention to detail and remain vigilant throughout shift. 

Must be able to respond to emergencies with rapid / effective judgment and use appropriate escalation.

All candidates must be willing to participate in the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation. 

This a driving site and a valid Driver License with a good driving record is required  (All our positions will include driver certification).

Must be able to walk on uneven terrain and walk up/down flights of stairs. 

This position will also include standing and walking about 75% of the time and is a mostly outside post when not in the vehicle.

Have reliable transportation (Public transportation is generally not available at our various site locations).

Have reliable working communication device (cell phone).

Have the legal right to work in the United States.

Ability to speak, read, and write English.

If you have a passion to help people, we would like to meet you. We can teach you the rest!

Let us welcome you to OUR TEAM of Security Officers!

See a different world. 

Licensing #: 123000349

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabilities