Toronto Eaton Centre Casual Security Guard

Location: Toronto, ON
Site: The Eaton Centre
Schedule: 12-Hour Continental Day & Night Shifts
Pay Rate: CA$18.40–$24.00/hour
Employment Type: Casual
Work Location: On-Site
Overtime Method: Averaging Agreement Over 88 Hours

Paladin Security is seeking a Casual Security Guard to join the team at The Eaton Centre in Toronto, ON.

This role is ideal for someone with strong communication skills, a professional attitude, and the ability to maintain a safe and secure environment while providing excellent customer service. As a Security Guard, you will conduct regular patrols, monitor security systems, control access to the property, respond to incidents and emergencies, and assist tenants, employees, and visitors when required.

Successful candidates will be comfortable working 12-hour continental day and night shifts and responding professionally to a variety of security and customer service situations.

• Conduct regular patrols of the property, including interior and exterior areas, parking areas, entrances, and common spaces.
• Identify and report security risks, safety hazards, and other concerns.
• Monitor and control access to the building by verifying identification and managing visitor and vendor entry.
• Ensure only authorized individuals enter restricted areas.
• Observe site activity and monitor CCTV, alarm systems, and access control systems for suspicious behavior or incidents.
• Respond promptly to incidents, alarms, emergencies, and disturbances.
• Escalate incidents to emergency services or management when required.
• Maintain a visible presence to deter theft, vandalism, trespassing, and other unauthorized activities.
• Assist tenants, employees, and visitors with directions, inquiries, and general site support.
• Enforce property rules, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Support emergency procedures, including evacuations, first aid response, and coordination with first responders when required.
• Conduct routine inspections of doors, locks, gates, and lighting.
• Report maintenance and safety concerns when identified.
• Perform duties and tasks assigned by the Security Leadership team and respond to client direction.

Requirements

• Valid Security License for the province of Ontario.
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C from a WSIB-approved provider.
• Strong communication skills and an upbeat, professional attitude.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Prior experience in security and/or post-secondary education in a related field would be considered an asset.

Applicants who do not possess the required Use of Force (UOF) / Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certifications can opt into Paladin's certification program prior to onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position.

Please note: UOF/MOAB certification is not paid, as it is a pre-employment requisite. Paladin will cover the cost of the certifications with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability.

Benefits

As part of Paladin Security, successful candidates can expect:

• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Free uniforms.
• Security license reimbursement.
• Dry cleaning and hemming/tailoring allowance.
• Additional perks.
• Daily pay available – work today, get paid today.