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Security Guard - Commercial Casual - Ottawa Region

In-person
$18.00 - $22.00 / hour
Seasonal
Entry Level
Position: Casual Security Guard
Site: Various
Hours: Various 4, 8, and 12 hours shifts
Overtime Method: Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours
Payrate(s): Minimum $18.00/hours (base rate)
Posting Date: October 01, 2024 Closing Date: October 15, 2024
Note: All casual security guards have their base payrate set to minimum wage ($18.00/hour), however you are paid based on which is higher: your base payrate, or the site payrate. Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provide exceptional customer service and assistance and sustain effective relationships with clients and patrons
  • Conduct proactive patrols to ensure safety and address policy breaches, and note any concerns
  • Attend and investigate security alarms and emergencies in a timely and professional manner
  • De-escalate crisis situations, provide support and liaise with emergency personnel including police, fire and paramedic resources
  • Exercise crowd control and evict trespassers
  • Write clear and detailed reports including incident, emergency, liability and day to day reports
  • Provide first aid and medical response when required to any person(s)
  • Utilize two-way radios and computer applications to communicate site activities
Why choose Paladin?
  • Opportunities for advancement and growth
  • Unionized benefits (including Education Allowance & Pension Plan)
  • Free Uniforms
  • Security license reimbursement
  • Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
  • Paid vacation & sick days
  • Additional perks!

Job Requirements
  • Valid Security License for the province of Ontario
  • Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a WSIB-approved vendor)
  • Management of Aggressive Behaviour and Use of Force Certification
    • Paladin Security is willing to offer this certification on a commitment contract (minimum of six (6) months) for new hires upon Onboarding
    • Paladin provides an opt-in certification program for applicants who are not currently certified prior to your Paladin onboarding. More details are available as requested during the interview
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong observational skills
  • Ability to walk 15 - 20 km and use stairs in single shift
  • Proof of (minimum) double COVID-19 vaccination preferred
  • Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset
  • 6+ months of security experience preferred
  • 6+ months of customer service experience preferred
Work With Us

Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!
Do you have superior customer service skills and a passion for helping people? Are you able to think quickly on your feet and defuse difficult situations? Your track record of handling a great deal of responsibility combined with your varied life experience and enthusiasm for a job well done make you an ideal candidate for our team! The Paladin Difference starts with our officers; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. We believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants that are short-listed will be contacted for an interview.

Competition Number: 742919
Company Website: https://paladinsecurity.com

About Paladin Security

About Paladin Security

Paladin Security was established in 1976 as a provider of basic security guard services. Over its 40 years of operation, Paladin has grown into the largest privately-owned, full service security in Canada. With 26 offices from coast to coast, Paladin integrates trained security professionals with state-of-the-art technology and specialty services.


The Paladin Difference lies in our depth of knowledge. It's evident in our stringent personnel selection process and our industry- leading training programs. We don't just hire employees, we hire ambitious, service-oriented people who understand the augment of our culture, and have a desire to be the best.


By investing in our people, processes and equipment, we have developed the most responsive customer service programs in the industry. We are proudly one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, Gold Standard, and we hold ourselves to the highest standard of constant and never-ending improvement.

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