Armed Security Guard

Armed Security Guard


Company
Protect-US Private Security
Location
Inglewood, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Careers In Government

Job Description
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription Protect-US is hiring for Armed Security Guards for a Cannabis Distro in our Downtown LA location!
We are looking for an experienced and reliable Armed Security Officer to join our company. Armed security officers are responsible for protecting designated people and places and should report noteworthy incidents to the company as they occur. You should also ensure that safety equipment remains in excellent working order if applicable.
To be successful as an Armed Security Officer, you should be able to exercise discretion regarding the use of your weapon. Ultimately, the outstanding armed security officers will seek to expand their self-defense and weapons training beyond the mandatory level.
Armed Security Guard Responsibilities
• Protecting stipulated people and locations from harassment, physical attack, vandalism, and other forms of abusive or unauthorized treatment.
• Ensuring that your weapon is well maintained and secure at all times.
• Utilizing your weapon in times of extreme attack, when non-violent options have been exhausted.
• Attending refresher training in weapons use, if applicable.
• Completing and submitting incident reports after noteworthy developments.
• Recording the details of each person who visits the facility, if applicable.
• Ensuring that security equipment and measures are suitable and that they remain in excellent working condition at all times.
• Implementing new security measures, if required.
• Ensuring that your uniform remains clean and well-maintained and that you wear it while on duty.

Requirements
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Current valid California Guard Card.
• Current valid California Exposed Firearm Permit.
• Prior experience as an armed security officer.
• Relevant weapons license and training.
• Clear criminal record.
• Strong commitment to the well-being of others.
• Excellent decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently, particularly when under duress.
• Neat, professional appearance.
• Capacity to work on your feet for extended periods.
• Ability to work morning, evening, and night shifts.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
Q What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
Q What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
Q What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
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