Full-Time Security Guard - Empire Life (259 Ontario St E)

Site Description: The Empire Life Insurance Company was founded in 1923 in Toronto and is now one of the top 10 life insurance companies in Canada. In 1936, our Corporate Head Office moved to Kingston, Ontario and is now an integral part of the city's history.

Position: | Full-Time Security Guard
Site: | Empire Life - 259 Ontario St E
Hours: | Monday - Friday 1630-0030
Payrate: | $19.00/hour

Overtime Method: Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours

Internal Posting Date: October 7, 2025
Internal Closing Date: October 14, 2025
External Closing Date: November 30, 2025
Why Choose Paladin?

• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work today, get paid today—daily pay available
• Free Uniforms
• Security license reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Additional perks

Job Responsibilities:

• Proactive & reactive security patrols
• Response to incidents
• Report writing
• Investigate routine incidents
• De-escalate situations involving dealing, drinking, and fighting to ensure that all areas are covered and secured at all times
• Ensure that individuals are not trespassing/loitering
• Access control into building
• Intervene in medical emergencies
• Liaise with emergency responders, clients, and Paladin management
• Surveillance monitoring
• Additional duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Valid Security License for Ontario
• Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a WSIB-approved vendor)
• Proof of double COVID-19 vaccination
• Successful completion of onboarding and site training
• Able to stand for up to 12 hours per shift
• Able to complete extensive patrolling of site
• English communication (oral and written) required
• 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 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
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

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