Security Guard Jobs in Southern California

Why Work with AM PM

• Competitive pay — paid weekly
• Flexible shifts — days, swings, graveyard, weekends
• Posts across LA, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino & Ventura counties
• Full uniforms and equipment provided
• Workers' compensation and liability insurance
• Direct deposit available
• Long-term assignments and growth into supervisory roles

Open Positions

Unarmed Security Officer

Standing posts at construction sites, commercial properties, HOAs, retail, healthcare, and schools.

Armed Security Officer

High-risk posts, executive locations, cash-in-transit support, and overnight industrial sites.

Mobile Patrol Driver

Marked-vehicle patrols across multiple client sites per shift. Clean DMV required.

Dispatcher (24/7 Operations Center)

Inbound radio & phone, real-time post coverage, incident reporting.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid California BSIS Guard Card (current, not expired)
• Valid Exposed Firearm Permit — required for armed positions
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Pass background check and drug screening
• Reliable transportation
• Smartphone for daily activity reports
• Professional appearance and communication

Already have a resume?

You can also email it directly to info@ampmguards.com with the subject line "Job Application - Security Guard".

Apply Online

Full Name * Email * Phone Number * City You Live In * Position Applying For * — Select a position — Unarmed Security Officer Armed Security Officer Mobile Patrol Driver Dispatcher Supervisor / Field Sergeant Other California BSIS Guard Card # * Guard Card Expiration Date * Exposed Firearm Permit # (if applying armed) Firearm Permit Expiration (if applicable) Years of Security Experience * — Select — Less than 1 year 1–2 years 3–5 years 5–10 years 10+ years Shifts You Can Work * Day Shift (6am – 2pm) Swing Shift (2pm – 10pm) Graveyard (10pm – 6am) Weekends Holidays On-Call / As Needed Hold Ctrl (Windows) or Cmd (Mac) to select multiple Do you have reliable transportation? * — Select — Yes — own vehicle Yes — public transit / rideshare No Languages You Speak Upload Resume (PDF or Word — optional) Cover Note / Additional Information Submit Application

By submitting, you authorize AM PM Nationwide Security Inc. to contact you about your application. We respond to qualified candidates within 1–2 business days.

Do I need a guard card to apply?

Yes — California law (Business and Professions Code §7583) requires every security guard to hold a current BSIS guard card before working a post. If you do not have one yet, you must complete a 40-hour BSIS-approved training course and apply through the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services.

How fast do you hire?

For qualified applicants with a valid guard card and clean background, we typically move from application to first shift within 5–10 business days, including interview, fitting for uniforms, and post orientation.

Do you sponsor work visas?

No. You must be authorized to work in the United States. We will request I-9 documentation upon hiring.

What's the pay range?

Pay depends on position, post type (armed vs. unarmed), shift, and experience. Specific rates are discussed at interview. We pay weekly via direct deposit or paper check.

I applied but didn't hear back — what now?

If it has been more than 3 business days, please call (818) 919-9583 and ask for HR. Have your full name and the date you applied ready.