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Armed & Unarmed Security Guard Positions · Ventura, LA & Orange County
Unarmed Guard Positions
Armed Guard Positions
Active Guard Card Required
Requirements
What We're Looking For
We hold our officers to law enforcement standards — because that's the background our leadership comes from. If you take your work seriously and want to be part of a team that does the same, we want to hear from you.
Active Guard Card Required
Valid California BSIS Guard Card required for all positions. No exceptions.
Reliable Transportation Required
Must be able to reliably reach assigned post locations across the service area.
Professional Demeanor Required
You represent Americal Patrol at every client property. Appearance, communication, and conduct must reflect that.
Clean Background Required
Background check required for all applicants. Employment is contingent on results.
Firearm Permit Armed Only
Active California BSIS Exposed Firearm Permit required for all armed guard positions.
Open Positions
Unarmed Security Guard
Open
Patrol, access control, incident reporting, and client liaison duties at commercial, residential, and industrial properties.
Active Guard Card
Background Check
Reliable Transportation
Armed Security Guard
Open
All unarmed duties plus armed response. Assigned to higher-risk properties and clients requiring armed presence.
Active Guard Card
Firearm Permit
Background Check
Service Territories
Ventura County
Los Angeles County
North Orange County
Why Americal Patrol
Why Work With Us
We're not a staffing agency filling slots. We're a family-run company that invests in the people who wear our uniform.
Veteran Leadership
Led by a Purple Heart recipient and career law enforcement officer with 50+ years of experience. You'll learn from people who've done the work.
Local Company
We're based in Oxnard and we patrol the same communities we live in. No corporate bureaucracy — real relationships with management.
Competitive Pay
Compensation based on your qualifications, experience, and certifications. Armed guards and experienced officers are compensated accordingly.
Flexible Schedules
Day, swing, and overnight shifts available. We work with officers who have other commitments and those looking for full-time steady work.
Apply Now
Ready to Apply?
Complete the application below. We review every submission and will follow up within 2 business days if your qualifications match an open position.
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1Submit Your Application Fill out the form — include all current certifications and licenses.
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2Background Check We'll initiate a background check. Results are reviewed fairly.
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3Interview Short phone or in-person interview with our team to discuss fit and availability.
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4Onboarding Documentation, uniform, and post assignment. We'll set you up right.
Questions Before Applying?
Call us at (805) 515-3834 — we're happy to answer any questions about the positions or the application process.
Security Guard Application
All fields marked required must be completed. We respond within 2 business days.