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Benefits:
Competitive pay
Career advancement opportunities
Continuous support from a Career Centre representative to ensure success
Life, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Company wide Recognition Program
Overtime Pay
On-Site parking
Position Overview:
With campuses across the Greater Toronto Area, Seneca offers degrees, diplomas and certificates renowned for their quality and respected by employers. Combining the highest academic standards with practical, hands-on learning, expert teaching faculty and the latest technology ensures Seneca graduates are career-ready.
Paragon is looking for a highly motivated individual for a security guard (parking operations) at Seneca Newnham Campus. The hours for this position are continental rotation (/) and requires you to be available to work both day and night shifts. The pay rate for the position is starting at $18.00/HR.
Role and Responsibilities:
Conduct basic vehicle maintenance functions such as battery boost and contacting towing companies
Enforce parking by-laws and issue Parking Violations to vehicles parked in contrary to by-laws
Conduct campus exterior and parking lot patrols using a bicycle or marked security vehicle
Answering and making work related phone calls
Reviewing and responding to work related emails
Answering questions and aiding people in need
Knowledge of the property and nearby amenities
Knowledge of the client's policies and procedures
Knowledge of relevant criminal codes and by-laws
Ensuring the safety and security of the property and its occupants
Identifying and reporting Safety Hazards
Professionally enforcing rule infractions
Responding to critical incidents, emergencies, and alarms
Conducting regular patrols of the interior and exterior of the premises
Securing restricted areas
Use of computers, two-way radios and building automation systems
Completion of Incident Reports and memo book entries
Contacting Paragon Security, the client, or emergency services depending on the incident
Minimum Requirements:
Must be available to work full time, rotational shifts (days & nights)
Valid Ontario Security Guard Licence
Valid Ontario G Class Driver's Licence and clean driver abstract
Standard First Aid & CPR Level C
Able to obtain CanBIKE certification (will be provided)
Able to obtain MLEO as part of Private Parking Enforcement Agency (will be provided)
Able to work in all environmental conditions
Police Foundations or related law enforcement post-secondary program graduates preferred
1 year of security experience in post-secondary, related security experience or security training/formal education
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer literacy (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and acceptable typing skills
Working knowledge of Provincial Offences Act, Criminal Code of Canada, fire prevention, crowd management techniques, crime scene preservation and basic investigative techniques
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_"Paragon Security is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request and all reasonable measures will be taken to accommodate the needs of the applicant through the interview process and while employed."_
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 - 48 per week
Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
French not required
Schedule:
12 hour shift
Day shift
Holidays
Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
Overtime pay
Application question(s):
Part of the requirements of this position requires you to ride a bicycle. Are you proficient with riding a bicycle?
Are you a graduate of a Police Foundations or related program?
How many hours can you work per week?
Do you have a vehicle?
Are you currently in school or returning to school in September 2024?
Experience:
Security Guard: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Ontario Security Licence (required)
Ontario G Class Driver Licence (required)
Work Location: In person