Swing Shift Security Guard – HOA Property | Little Tokyo / DTLA

Swing Shift Security Guard – HOA Property | Little Tokyo / DTLA


Company
Guard-Systems, Inc
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
19–21 an hour
Posted
14 hours ago
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Location: Little Tokyo / Downtown Los Angeles
Position: Unarmed Security Guard – HOA Residential Property
We are hiring for 2 available positions.

Guard-Systems, Inc. is hiring Swing Shift Security Guards for an HOA residential property in the Little Tokyo / Downtown LA area.

This position is a great fit for someone who is professional, proactive, customer-service focused, and comfortable staying visible throughout the property. We are looking for guards who can provide a welcoming presence for residents and guests while also being alert, dependable, and ready to handle activity around the building.

This is not a “sit back and do nothing” post. We need someone who pays attention, communicates well, and can confidently address issues when they come up — including occasionally asking transients or unauthorized individuals to move along from the property area.

Available Shifts

Shift 1:

Thursday – Sunday

3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Shift 2:

Monday – Wednesday

3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Saturday & Sunday

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

What You’ll Do

Provide excellent customer service to residents, guests, and vendors

Maintain a professional and visible security presence

Monitor property activity and report concerns

Conduct routine patrols of the property

Assist with access control and front desk/security duties as needed

Address unauthorized individuals on or near the property in a calm, professional manner

Document incidents, activity, and any unusual conditions

Communicate with management and supervisors as needed

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is

Reliable and punctual

Professional in appearance and communication

Proactive and observant

Customer-service oriented

Comfortable working in the Downtown LA / Little Tokyo area

Able to handle transient activity professionally and safely

Comfortable standing, walking, and patrolling

Experienced in security, HOA, residential, concierge, or access control environments

Requirements

Valid California Guard Card required

Prior security experience preferred

Strong customer service skills

Must be able to work one of the listed schedules

Must be comfortable working in the Downtown LA / Little Tokyo area

Why This Post Is a Good Fit

This role is ideal for someone who likes working around people, enjoys staying active, and takes pride in keeping a residential property safe, calm, and professional.

Interested?

Apply here:

https://www.joblinkapply.com/Joblink/6399/Job/Index/849839/swing-shift-security-guard-hoa-property-little-tokyo-dtla?ShowBackButton=True&BackUrl=%252fJoblink%252f6399%252fSearch%252fResults%253fsavedSearchId%253dca6504ea-8aa0-4303-ab06-88b84a72eb04

Then set up a virtual interview here:

https://calendly.com/lindsey-gsi/virtualinterview

When scheduling your virtual interview, please enter “Little Tokyo” when it asks what position you are applying for.

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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