Rapid Response Guard - Temporary Full Time - Burlington - Vehicle Required

Position Overview: As a Rapid Response Guard, you will work at various sites across Burlington, Hamilton, Halton regions including industrial, retail, healthcare, and office buildings. This dynamic role requires flexibility and quick adaptability to different environments

Position: Temporary Rapid Response (3 Months)

Site: Various Sites – Burlington, Hamilton, Halton Region

Shift: Continental Nights (1900 - 0700 hrs)

Payrate: $19.00/hr.

Averaging Agreement: Overtime is AA after 88 hours

Posting Date: Feb 05, 2026

Internal Closing Date: Feb 12, 2026

External Closing Date: Feb 13, 2026

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular patrols at assigned sites, including industrial, retail, healthcare, and office towers across Burlington, Oakville, & Hamilton, to ensure the safety and security of the premises.
• Operate security systems such as CCTV cameras and alarm panels, and promptly report any suspicious or unauthorized activity to appropriate authorities.
• Monitor and control access to restricted areas, ensuring only authorized personnel are permitted entry.
• Respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies including medical incidents, fire alarms, alarms, or other security threats; assist staff and patrons during evacuations or critical incidents as required.
• Greet and assist visitors, clients, staff, and tenants in a professional and courteous manner.
• De-escalate tense or disruptive situations, resolve conflicts professionally, and maintain a calm presence across various environments.
• Accurately document site activities, incidents, and observations; complete incident reports, and security log in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with on-site personnel and local authorities to support a coordinated and effective security presence.
• Enforce site-specific policies and procedures; address violations in a manner consistent with safety and professionalism.
• Travel between different site locations as assigned; own vehicle is required to meet shift and deployment expectations.

Requirements:

• Valid Ontario Security License & First Aid & CPR Level C from a WSIB approved provider
• Immunization records for Mumps, Measles, Rubella, Varicella , Covid Vaccine two doses, and two step TB skin test
• Must own a reliable vehicle
• Fluent in English (oral and written)
• Must have one year experience in security
• Legally authorized to work in Canada
• Education in Police Foundations, Criminology, PSI, or Border Services is considered an asset
• Able to provide a clean shaven face in order to pass a N95 mask fit test
• Ability to walk/climb stairs throughout the premises for longer periods of time
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
• Applicants who do not possess these certifications can opt into Paladin's Use of Force (UOF)/Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position

Please be aware: The UOF/MOAB certification is not paid as it is a pre-employment requisite; however, Paladin will cover all the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability

Highlights:

• 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
• Work today, get paid today—daily pay available.
• Additional perks