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Stop scrambling to remember renewal dates. Stop Googling for training. We handle the details so you can focus on the job.
Never let your guard card expire again. We track it for you and send automatic alerts.
Find BSIS-approved courses near you. Filter by location, price, and certification type.
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Track all your certifications in one place. Get renewal reminders months in advance.
California security guard jobs. Filter by pay, location, armed/unarmed. Apply with verified credentials.
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Create your account with email and phone. Add your guard card number and certifications.
Our system monitors your renewals, finds training near you, and answers your career questions 24/7.
Get alerts before expirations. Never scramble for last-minute renewals. Focus on your job, not paperwork.
Real guards using WatchTower Guard every day to stay compliant and advance their careers.
“Almost let my guard card expire because I forgot about it. WatchTower texted me 30 days before and saved my job. Worth way more than $2/month.”
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Don't work for an unlicensed or shady company. Verify your employer before you start.
Check if your employer holds a company PPO license with California BSIS — not individual guard registrations.
Every security company in California MUST have a PPO (Private Patrol Operator) license. No license = illegal operation.
If you get injured on the job and they have no workers' comp, YOU pay the medical bills. This is required by law.
Legitimate companies have NOTHING to hide. If they refuse to show you their PPO license or workers' comp certificate, walk away.
If they only pay cash and have no paystubs, they're probably not paying payroll taxes. You won't get Social Security credits or unemployment benefits.
California law requires overtime after 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week. If they say "we don't do overtime," that's illegal.
Get everything in writing: pay rate, hours, benefits, job duties. Verbal promises mean nothing when there's a dispute.
They should give it to you immediately. Look it up on BSIS.ca.gov to verify it's active.
Required by law. Ask to see the certificate. If they say "you're a contractor," that's a red flag.
CA law requires paystubs. Weekly/bi-weekly is standard. Monthly or "when the client pays us" is sketchy.
Get it in writing. CA overtime is 1.5x after 8hrs/day or 40hrs/week, and 2x after 12hrs/day.
Protects you if something goes wrong on a client site. Professional companies have at least $1M coverage.
Read it BEFORE you sign. Look for pay rate, schedule, uniform requirements, and termination policies.
We're starting with California because it has the most guards and the most complex licensing requirements. We'll expand to other states based on demand.
Absolutely. Cancel anytime with one click. No contracts, no hassle. If you cancel during your free trial, you won't be charged.
We integrate directly with the CA BSIS database and GuardCardCheck.com to verify your license status. You'll need to provide your guard card number when signing up.
Perfect! WatchTower Guard is for YOU, not your employer. Use it across all your jobs to track certifications, find training, and manage your career.
Yes. We use bank-level encryption and never share your personal information. Your data is stored securely and used only to provide you with our services.
Some employers offer WatchTower Guard as an employee benefit. Ask your supervisor if your company participates. If not, it's only $1.99/month out of pocket.