Casual Security Guard | Cobourg

Position: Casual Security Guard
Site: Cobourg
Hours: Various, Day or Night
Overtime Method: Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours
Payrate: $18.35/hour
Date Posted: January 7, 2026
Internal closing date: January 14, 2026

External closing date: March 31, 2026

Benefits of joining Paladin:

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

Job Description:

• Conduct proactive and reactive interior and exterior security patrols, including in inclement weather
• Respond to incidents, remain calm in emergencies, and use effective conflict management and verbal de-escalation techniques
• Investigate routine incidents and complete clear, accurate incident and end-of-shift reports
• Enforce parking, smoking, site by-laws, and all client and Paladin policies and procedures
• Liaise with Paladin management and on-site staff to meet operational requirements
• Operate independently and as part of a team to complete assigned duties
• Sit or stand for up to 12 hours per shift
• Participate in ongoing training and development as directed
• Additional Duties as Assigned

Job Requirements:

• Authorized to legally work in Canada
• Valid Ontario Security Guard License
• Valid Ontario G class driving license
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C Certificate (from a WSIB-approved provider)
• Ability to be clean shaven for an N95 Mask Fit Test
• Proof of minimum two COVID-19 Vaccines
• A copy of your immunization records (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and TB Skin Tests - Step 1 & 2)
• Ability to clear a Vulnerable Sector Check (during onboarding)
• Above average English communication (oral/written) required, bilingualism (English/French) preferred
• 6+ months of customer service experience preferred

Must be able to

• Provide pre-requisite 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
• Complete mandatory onboarding and training with Paladin in Kingston, with ongoing training & development as directed by Paladin Management or the client
• Commit to the position/availability for 6 months