TN - On-Call Event Security Officer – Nashville | $17–$18/hr

Trestonsecurity; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible on-call scheduling

Experience with concerts and events

Job summary

Treston Security Services is seeking on-call Event Security Officers for Nashville-area events. This role offers flexible, event-based work including concerts, festivals, conventions, and other high-profile gatherings.

Officers ensure safety, manage access, and deliver excellent guest service across diverse venues. Ideal candidates are dependable, with strong communication skills and the ability to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Valid Tennessee Security Guard License (or ability to obtain)
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Professional appearance and dependable work ethic

Responsibilities

• Monitor posts and maintain visible security presence
• Verify credentials and control access to designated areas
• Conduct foot patrols at event venues
• Assist with crowd management and guest direction
• Observe and report suspicious activity or safety concerns
• Respond to incidents, emergencies, and guest requests
• Complete incident reports and documentation
• Provide excellent customer service to attendees, vendors, and staff
• Follow post orders and company policies
• Collaborate with officers, supervisors, and event management

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Stamina for standing/walking

Education

Tennessee Security Guard License

Legally authorized to work in the United States

Job description

On-Call Event Security Officer – Nashville, TN

Location: Nashville, TN
Pay: $17.00–$18.00 per hour (DOE)
Employment Type: Part-Time / On-Call / Event-Based
Schedule: Shift dates and times vary based on event needs. Day, Swing, Overnight, Weekday, and Weekend shifts may be available.

Position Overview

Treston Security Services is seeking professional, dependable, and customer-focused On-Call Event Security Officers to support a variety of special events throughout the Nashville area.

This position is ideal for individuals looking for flexible, event-based work with opportunities to work concerts, festivals, sporting events, corporate functions, conventions, and other high-profile gatherings. Officers will help maintain a safe and welcoming environment while providing exceptional customer service to guests, clients, and event staff.

Essential Job Duties

• Monitor assigned posts and maintain a visible security presence.
• Verify credentials and control access to designated areas.
• Conduct foot patrols throughout event venues and surrounding areas.
• Assist with crowd management, line control, and guest direction.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, safety concerns, or policy violations.
• Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies, and guest requests.
• Complete accurate incident reports and required documentation.
• Provide outstanding customer service while interacting with attendees, vendors, and event personnel.
• Follow all post orders, company policies, and supervisor instructions.
• Work collaboratively with fellow officers, supervisors, and event management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Tennessee Security Guard License (or the ability to obtain one if required by assignment).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Professional appearance and dependable work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous security experience.
• Event, concert, venue, hospitality, or customer service experience.
• Experience with access control, crowd management, or public-facing roles.
• Strong observation and report-writing skills.

Additional Requirements

• Reliable transportation to various event locations throughout the Nashville area.
• Smartphone capable of receiving schedules, work communications, and digital reporting.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to accept or decline assignments based on availability.
• Professional appearance and punctual attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Patrol indoor and outdoor event venues.
• Work in crowded and fast-paced environments.
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 25 pounds.
• Maintain alertness and situational awareness throughout assigned shifts.

Compensation & Opportunities

• $17.00–$18.00 per hour DOE
• Flexible, on-call scheduling.
• Opportunity to work a variety of concerts, festivals, conventions, sporting events, and special events.
• Gain valuable event security experience.
• Potential opportunities for ongoing assignments and advancement with Treston Security Services.

About Treston Security Services

Treston Security Services is a Veteran-Owned and Operated company providing professional security services across the United States. We specialize in special events, entertainment venues, corporate facilities, residential communities, and customized security solutions tailored to our clients' needs.

At Treston, we value professionalism, integrity, teamwork, and exceptional customer service. Our officers are the face of our company, and we take pride in building a dependable team that delivers outstanding service at every assignment.