Security Guard
Job Description
We are seeking a vigilant and dedicated individual to ensure the safety and security of Private facilities. As a Security Guard, you will be responsible for maintaining a secure environment through various tasks and duties such as:
- Access control
- Extensive interior and exterior foot patrols
- Deterring theft and vandalism
- Preventing unauthorized access
- Enforcing client regulations
- Responding to emergency calls
- The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility, professionalism, and strong communication skills in English and French is considered an asset.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENT
Applicants must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top-Secret Security Clearance. The process includes your ability to provide documentation of at least 10 years of recent residency, employment, all travel, education and more.
This is an invasive process conducted by Government Security Officials and will require:
- Honest and sincere disclosure of detailed personal information
- Personal security interview
- Interviews with neighbors, colleagues, and/or friends
- Submission to:
- Criminal Background check (including fingerprints)
- Polygraph testing
- Psychological testing
- Complete credit check, including full financial disclosure of assets and debts
QUALIFICATION:
- Must be reliable, mature, and available to work either days and/or nights as operationally required
- All applicants will be required to work 12-hour night shifts from 0600-1800 or 1800-0600 upon commencement.
- Must be able to conduct both interior and exterior patrols during both day and night
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to take directives and work in a team
- Basic computer proficiency: Excel, Word, Email, access control software, etc.
- Education in Law and Security, Correctional Worker, Security Management or related University-level education is preferred
- Security Guard License certification
- First aid and CPR certification
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a related field preferred
WHAT WE OFFER:
- $28 per hour
- Full benefits package after 3 months
- Pension plan, paid sick days (after 12 months), and free uniforms
- Opportunities for advancement and development within Securitas Canada.
Securitas Canada celebrates diversity, and we welcome and encourage applications from the four designated groups: namely women, aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
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Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team.How to Apply
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