Full Time Security Guard - Formet Industries

Job Details:
In-person
$18.56 / hour
Full-time
Entry Level

Position: Full Time Security Guard

Site: Formet Industries

Site Address: 1 Cosma Court, St. Thomas, ON N5P 4J5

Overtime Method: Employment Standards Act – calculating after 88 hours bi-weekly

Hours: Monday – Friday 23:30 – 07:30hrs

Payrate: $18.56/hr

Posting Date: July 15, 2025

Internal Closing Date: July 22, 2025
External Closing Date: August 12, 2025

The facility adheres to US Homeland Security CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) program access control including inbound and outbound shipments, visitors and contractors. The guard will be required to work outdoors in all weather conditions inspecting and logging truck traffic and completing patrols.

Experience with CTPAT would be an asset. Excellent communication skills with a focus on customer service along with good computer abilities are all core requirements.

Duties include but are not limited to: CTPAT Procedures, Weigh Scale Operation, Covid Screening, Access Control, Monitor Security Systems, Conduct Security Patrols, Respond to Emergency Situations.

Job Requirements:

  • Must possess Ontario Security Guard License.
  • First Aid & CPR – Level C
  • Post-Secondary education in law enforcement from a recognized institution or equivalent experience is preferred
  • Physical Demands include excessive walking and standing.
  • Utilize radio and computer applications for communicating site activities.
  • Watch for and report irregularities by completing incident reports, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations; contact emergency responders, such as police, fire, and/or ambulance personnel, as required.
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must possess excellent computer skills.
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability, tact, and diplomacy.
  • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Prerequisites:

  • Valid Security License for the province of Ontario
  • Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a WSIB-approved vendor)
  • English (oral and written) fluency is a must
  • Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field preferred.
  • Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
  • Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UoF/MOAB training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
  • Please be aware: The UoF/MOAB training is not paid as it is a pre-requisite; however, Paladin will cover all of the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability
  • Authorized to legally work in Canada

Why choose Paladin?

  • Opportunities for training and professional development.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Free Uniforms
  • Security license reimbursement
  • Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
  • Paid vacation & sick days
  • Additional perks

"If you're excited about the opportunity to work with Paladin Security but don't meet every single qualification listed, don't let that stop you from applying. You may be the ideal candidate for this role or another within our organization. We're a

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Competition Number: 794514
Company Website: https://paladinsecurity.com

About Paladin Security

About Paladin Security

Fondée en 1976, Paladin Sécurité est devenue la plus grande entreprise de sécurité à service complet du pays. Avec 30 succursales d'un océan à l'autre, Paladin fournit des services de sécurité spécialisés dans un large éventail de secteurs afin de répondre à des besoins uniques en matière de sécurité et de sûreté.

Nous sommes fiers de défendre nos employés en tant que membres de la famille Paladin et d'établir une nouvelle norme dans l'industrie grâce à notre formation de pointe, à notre modèle de sécurité fondé sur l'empathie, à notre philosophie de promotion interne et à notre culture "CRRE" (CARE en anglais).

En investissant dans notre personnel et en fournissant des services de premier ordre, nous sommes fiers de figurer parmi les sociétés les mieux gérées et les cultures d'entreprise les plus admirées au Canada. Nous nous engageons à fournir en permanence des services de sécurité exceptionnels, afin de rendre le monde plus sûr et convivial.

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