Security Officers Needed in Melrose Park, IL
Job title from Guardian Security Services: Security Officers Needed
Source: Guardian Security Services job site (www.workstream.us). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Oct 21, 2026.
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License in Illinois
To work as a security guard in Illinois you need the Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC), issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), Division of Professional Regulation (Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Act of 2004, 225 ILCS 447).
Minimum age: 18.
How the pay compares
This job pays USD 0.50 an hour more than the typical USD 19.50 an hour for security guard jobs in Illinois (352 jobs that list the pay).
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About Guardian Security Services here
Guardian Security Services has 1 more open security guard job in Melrose Park, IL.
Typical pay at Guardian Security Services in Illinois: USD 19.38 an hour (10 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from Guardian Security Services
Flex Security Officer Needed for all shifts at one location (Bedford Park) - $19.40 per hour
We are seeking a Flex Security Officer to work at a location in Bedford Park, must be available for all shifts to include weekends. You will fill in for vacation time, sick time, extra coverages, etc. Must have a clean motor-vehicle record for the past two (2) years.
About Us:
Guardian Security Services, a family-owned company, has been proudly serving 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 coupled with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive wages!
Why Join Us:
- 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
Your Responsibilities:
- Understands and maintains general post instructions for that assigned post.
- Maintain practical knowledge of all additional and emergency post instructions that are called for by the client.
- Maintain access control procedures set by management.
- Effectively utilize access control systems, visitor management systems and CCTV systems as needed.
- Document and report any property damage and special occurrences.
- Monitor CCTVs to guard against trespassing.
- Respond to incidents and document the event accurately.
- Provide excellent Customer Service, Public Relation interactions and have an Impeccable image at all times.
Requirements:
- Must be able to work all shifts.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent observation skills.
- Ability to remain calm and composed in all situations.
- 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 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 our professional grooming standards.
- Must have mature demeanor, personality and attitude.
- Must possess strong customer service skills, public relation skills and the ability to interact well with people of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
- Possess strong communication skills, both verbally and written.
- Basic computer knowledge necessary.
- Must maintain a working telephone at all times.
- Must have reliable means of transportation.
If you are ready to take on this exciting and rewarding opportunity, apply now! Join our team at Guardian Security Services Inc and become part of a dedicated and enthusiastic workforce committed to making a difference in the security industry.
Good Business Is About Making Smart Investments.
At Guardian Security, We Invest In People!
We believe our employees to be our most important assets. When selecting our Security Officers, we continually strive to make the most appropriate fit between the applicant and our client's specific security needs. The Guardian hiring criteria and process is one of the greatest points of difference over our competition.
Apply on the Guardian Security Services site
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