Security Guard - Full Time (G Licence Required)

The Security Guard Team Member is responsible for all aspects of perimeter security including access & egress of persons and vehicles on site throughout the duration of their shift. The Security Team Member reports to the Assistant Security Manager. 

Position: Security Guard 

Status: Full Time  

Location: Cambridge or Woodstock, ON 

Pay: $18.03-$20.41/hour (Progressive Pay Scale)

Shift details: Rotational 12-hour shifts (Days, Nights and Weekend Availability required) 

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: 

• Valid Class G Driver’s License. 
• Valid Ontario Security License. 
• Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR Certificate. 
• Minimum Grade 12 or GED equivalent. 
• Law & Security, Police Foundations, or equivalent post-secondary diploma preferred. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

• Conduct Mobile patrols of all premises. 
• Complete concise incident reports for all deficiencies. 
• Monitor traffic flow through entrances and exits as well as deter any trespassers. 
• Provide access control and vehicle searches. 
• Perform front entrance reception duties as required. 
• Conduct random bag checks as directed. 
• Provide support to cover all designated site posts as directed. 
• Follow post orders, and site policies and procedures. 
• Understand and promote the Securitas Quality objectives: Integrity, Vigilance, Helpfulness.
• Perform daily inspection and maintenance of security patrol vehicles and report deficiencies.
• Protect staff and contractors on site. 
•  Follow security breach procedures by notifying supervisors or other appropriate personnel when    security breaches occur. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Previous security experience preferred. 
• Ability to respond to situations with tact and diplomacy and remain calm in stressful situations. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Strong problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods as required. 
• Intermediate level use Microsoft Applications including Outlook, Excel, and Word. 
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask required. 

Securitas Canada celebrates diversity and we welcome and encourage applications from the four designated groups: namely women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process by contacting a Recruitment Team Member.