Unarmed Security Officer

Treston Security Services is seeking professional, dependable, and qualified Unarmed Security Officers for a permanent supportive housing property located in the Downtown Los Angeles/Skid Row area. Officers must be comfortable working in an active urban environment and interacting professionally with residents, visitors, property management, service providers, and individuals experiencing homelessness, behavioral health challenges, or substance-use concerns.

What You Will Do

Maintain a professional, alert, and highly visible security presence, monitor entrances, exits, common areas, and surrounding property areas, conduct routine interior and exterior foot patrols, assist with access control and enforcement of property rules, observe and report suspicious, unsafe, or unauthorized activity, and respond appropriately to disturbances, emergencies, and resident concerns.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position requires strong situational awareness, sound judgment, professional communication, detailed report writing, and the ability to use verbal de-escalation techniques when responding to challenging situations. The ideal candidate will be able to remain calm and professional during stressful or confrontational situations and maintain a working cellphone for operational communication.

Requirements

• Valid and current California BSIS Guard Card
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be comfortable working in the Downtown Los Angeles/Skid Row area
• Must be available to work one of the posted schedules consistently
• Must be dependable, punctual, professional, and able to report to scheduled shifts on time
• Strong communication, observation, and customer-service skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional during stressful or confrontational situations
• Ability to write clear, accurate, and detailed activity and incident reports
• Must maintain a working cellphone for operational communication
• Must maintain a professional appearance and comply with all uniform and grooming requirements

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $19.00–$20.00 per hour, based on experience
• Consistent full-time schedules
• On-site parking
• Company-issued uniform and site-specific training
• Support from experienced field supervisors and a 24/7 operations team
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Experience with an established, multi-state security company