Security Guard - Mars Discovery District - Full Time Afternoons

Site Description: As North America's largest urban innovation hub and a registered charity, MaRS provides direct support for startups, builds communities of innovators and accelerates the adoption of high-impact solutions to some of the world's most pressing issues.

Position: Patrol Guard

Site: Mars Discovery District - 101 College St

Status: Temp Full Time

Hours: Mon - Fri (1500-2300)

Pay Rate: $19.25/ hr

Internal Posting Date: October 2, 2025

Internal Closing Date: October 9, 2025

External Closing Date: October 16, 2025

Job Description:

• Access control, property patrols, incident reporting, CCTV and fire panel monitoring, emergency response and customer service
• Maintain workflow to ensure that all daily, weekly, and monthly tasks and assignments are completed accurately and on time, and forwarded to management.
• Ensuring a safe and effective working environment by properly using all equipment and resources, and maintaining compliance with established health and safety policies and procedures.
• Initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments
• Standing or sitting for long periods of time
• Greet tenants, clients, and the general public
• Provide helpful guidance and assistance
• Direct individuals to required destinations
• Sustain effective relationships with visitors, tenants and staff through courteous and respectful relations

Qualifications:

• Valid Security Guard license
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent/post-secondary diploma or degree
• Minimum 1 year security-related experience preferred
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills in English
• High level of customer service
• Superior customer service skills
• Proficiency with Windows-based software and knowledge of PC-based incident reporting software
• Knowledge of access control, CCTV, fire equipment, and fire monitoring systems
• Knowledge of relevant Federal, Provincial, and Municipal laws and by-laws
• Position requires the ability to walk/stand/climb stairs for extended periods of time in all weather conditions

Prerequisites:

• Valid Security License for the province of Ontario
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C from a WSIB-approved provider
• COVID-19 vaccine: two doses
• 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 Behaviour (MOAB). Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UoF/MOAB training program before their onboarding training to ensure they meet the position's requirements.
• Please be aware: The UoF/MOAB training is not paid for as it is a prerequisite; however, Paladin will cover all of the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability.

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
• Get paid your way with flexible daily pay options

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