Armed Security Guard (PD6030) – Full Time – PalAmerican Security – Portland, Oregon

Oregon Security Guide; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid training

Referral program

Job summary

Oregon Security Guide is seeking an armed security officer for a Portland site, with a $25/hour rate. The shift runs Wednesday through Sunday, 1–9 p.m., and the posting notes a full-time classification with a part-time badge to be confirmed by PalAmerican.

Duties include patrols, enforcing site policies, responding to emergencies, CCTV monitoring, and assisting visitors. Qualified candidates must be 21 or older, hold an active armed DPSST license, have at least one year of related experience,

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ and hold an active armed security license in Oregon.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of related security experience.
• Valid driver’s license and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the site to enforce policies.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents.
• Monitor CCTV and assist visitors.
• Document incidents clearly and promptly.

Skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active armed security license (DPSST)

Job description

An armed security assignment protecting a Portland site. Posting reference PD6030.

Pay and schedule

$25.00/hour. Wednesday–Sunday, 1–9 p.m.; the posting title and available schedule specify full time. The page also displays a part-time badge; confirm the employment classification with PalAmerican.

The work

Patrol, enforce site policies, respond to emergencies, monitor CCTV, assist visitors and document incidents.

Qualifications

Minimum age 21; high school diploma/equivalent; at least one year of related experience; active armed-security license; valid driver’s license; customer-service and computer skills. The introduction calls armed DPSST preferred, while the detailed requirements call for an active armed license; confirm eligibility with the employer.

Benefits

The posting lists paid time off, paid training and a referral program.

Employer posting checked October 14, 2026. OSG review expiry: November 12, 2026; this is a site review date, not an employer-announced deadline.

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