Armed Patrol Security Officer in Lynwood

Armed HOA Mobile Patrol Security Officer – Full-Time Graveyard

Location: Lynwood, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Armed Mobile Patrol
Shift: Graveyard / Overnight
Schedule: Rotating Schedule

Position Overview

Code 4 Private Security is seeking a dependable and professional Armed Mobile Patrol Security Officer for a residential HOA community in Lynwood, CA.

The officer will conduct routine vehicle patrols throughout the community, monitor parking and access points, document activity and violations, and maintain a professional security presence for residents and the property.

This is a full-time graveyard position with varying start times and rotating days off.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled vehicle patrols throughout the HOA community
• Complete patrols at approximately 45-minute intervals
• Monitor the property for unauthorized or suspicious persons
• Check entry and exit gates to ensure they are closed and secured
• Monitor fire lanes and restricted parking areas
• Check parked vehicles for valid parking permits/passes
• Document vehicles, parking violations, and patrol activity using the company reporting system
• Compare parking activity from previous patrols and identify vehicles that have remained in the same stall for extended periods
• Follow established HOA procedures for parking enforcement and authorized towing
• Monitor common areas and other designated areas throughout the community
• Observe and report suspicious activity, disturbances, safety hazards, and property damage
• Complete accurate daily activity and incident reports
• Communicate professionally with residents, supervisors, and dispatch
• Follow all site post orders and Code 4 Private Security policies and procedures

Schedule & Availability

Please review the schedule requirements carefully before applying.

This position has a rotating full-time graveyard schedule. Start times vary, and scheduled days off change monthly.

Possible Days Off:

• Friday & Sunday
• Friday & Saturday
• Thursday & Friday

Possible Shift Times:

• 8:15 PM – 4:45 AM
• 8:30 PM – 5:00 AM
• 8:45 PM – 5:15 AM
• 9:00 PM – 5:30 AM

Applicants must have flexible graveyard availability and be able to work any of the listed schedules. Candidates who require permanent days off or a fixed start time may not be a good fit for this position.

Requirements

• Valid California Guard Card
• Valid California Exposed Firearm Permit
• Valid California Driver’s License
• Clean driving record
• Current Powers to Arrest / Appropriate Use of Force training
• Must meet all applicable requirements to work an armed security position
• Previous security experience preferred
• HOA, armed security, or mobile patrol experience is a plus
• Strong observation and report-writing skills
• Professional communication and customer service skills
• Smartphone with reliable service
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Must be dependable, punctual, and comfortable working independently
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays when scheduled

Join Code 4 Private Security

If you are a reliable and professional armed security officer with strong observation skills and the flexibility to work a rotating overnight schedule, we encourage you to apply to join the Code 4 Private Security team.