Armed Security Officer – Skid Row / DTLA
Treston Security Services is hiring experienced Armed Security Officers for SRO-style residential properties in the Skid Row area of Downtown Los Angeles.
Pay: $23.00–$27.00/hr DOE
Location: Skid Row / Downtown Los Angeles, CA
Shifts: Morning, Swing & Graveyard
Parking: Provided
Position Overview
We are seeking professional and experienced Armed Security Officers to provide a highly visible security presence at residential/SRO-style properties in Downtown Los Angeles.
This position requires strong situational awareness, sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to appropriately handle challenging interactions and security incidents.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a professional and visible armed security presence
- Conduct regular interior and exterior patrols
- Monitor entrances, exits, common areas, and surrounding property
- Assist with access control and unauthorized-person prevention
- Observe, document, and report suspicious activity and security concerns
- Professionally address disturbances and property-related incidents
- Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques when appropriate
- Respond appropriately to incidents and emergencies
- Complete accurate daily activity and incident reports
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, property staff, residents, and visitors
- Follow all post orders and Treston Security Services policies and procedures
Required Qualifications & Equipment
Candidates must meet all of the following requirements:
- Valid California Guard Card – PHYSICAL CARD REQUIRED
- Valid California Exposed Firearm Permit – PHYSICAL CARD REQUIRED
- Candidates must have their physical Guard Card and physical Exposed Firearm Permit in their possession. Providing only a license/permit number or online verification will not meet the requirements for this position.
- Must possess their own firearm authorized for use under their applicable permit
- Must possess their own duty belt
- Must possess their own magazines
- Must possess at least one authorized non-lethal defensive tool and any required permit/training
- Must meet all applicable requirements to work an armed security assignment in California
- Must be willing and able to undergo a drug screening
- Must be willing and able to undergo a background check
- Reliable transportation
- Dependable attendance and punctuality
- Strong communication and verbal de-escalation skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
Previous armed security experience is strongly preferred. Experience working in residential, SRO, supportive housing, Skid Row, or similar environments is a plus.
Why Join Treston?
- $23.00–$27.00/hr DOE
- Morning, Swing & Graveyard shifts available
- Parking provided
- Potential opportunities for additional assignments with Treston Security Services
Apply Today
If you are an experienced Armed Security Officer with your physical California Guard Card, physical Exposed Firearm Permit, firearm, duty belt, magazines, and required non-lethal equipment, apply today for consideration.
Qualified candidates must successfully complete applicable background check and drug-screening requirements prior to assignment.
About Treston Security Services
Treston Security Services is a Veteran-Owned and Operated security company providing professional security services throughout California and beyond. We value professionalism, reliability, sound judgment, and exceptional service.
