Security Guard

Reporting to the Manager, Physical Security & Gatehouse Operations, the Security Guard will act as first line of response for all transportation traffic and other incoming traffic into the Toronto Operations Supply Chain locations.

• Check all vehicles and visitors in and out of the Distribution Centre yard and perform vehicle searches as appropriate.
• Watch for and report irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards and emergency situations; contact emergency responders, such as police, fire and/or ambulance personnel, and escalat to leadership as outlined in standard operating procedures.
• Provide overall yard security through patrols, observation and reporting and perform building security duties as assigned.
• Monitor closed circuit television to ensure security of facilities and company property.
• Confirm security, compliance and integrity of commercial vehicle loads and support compliance with legislated guidelines for the transportation of Dangerous Goods.
• Assist with reconciliation of Yard Checks and trailer locates.
• Accurately report on key security measurements through detailed report and record keeping.
• Communicate and support the movement of commercial vehicles in/out of shipping and receiving areas and provide needed support to other areas within the Toronto Operations sites.
• Confirm all loads inbound and outbound for verification of seal compliance and load integrity.

24/7 operation with a dedicated shift to be confirmed. All Toronto Operations Distribution & Gatehouse locations.

• Provincially licensed to work as a Security Guard in the Province of Ontario. Valid Security License required.
• Must meet all physical requirements including standing and/or walking for extended periods and the ability to do overhead lifting.
• Must have a proven record of superior attendance standards.
• Must undergo a yearly criminal and credit background check with successful results (bondable).
• Valid Driver's License in good standing. Abstract to be provided.
• Post-secondary diploma in Security and Law Enforcement, or 5 years Security experience in Transportation/Distribution environment.
• Capable of working in a team environment with minimum supervision.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and a strong customer service orientation.
• Strong attention to detail and superior, accurate report writing skills.
• Ability to effectively handle stressful and potentially threatening incidents with professionalism.
• Ability to follow and enforce safety codes, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to handle private and confidential information.
• Computer proficiency:
  Microsoft products and other security-related systems.

Hourly rate starts at $21/hr with annual step progression. Comprehensive benefits and retirement programs, performance incentives, continuing education programs, product discounts, career growth opportunities, and up to $5,000 per year in mental health benefits for eligible employees and their families.

Valid Ontario Security Licence; post-secondary diploma in Security and Law Enforcement or 5 years of security experience in a transportation/distribution environment; valid driver's licence in good standing; bondable (annual criminal and credit background check required)