Security Guard - or Casual

Securitas Canada Limited is one of Canada's largest providers of security services and a leader within our industry. Over 8,000 employees provide security services to thousands of public and private customers, large and small, across all sectors and verticals. Securitas AB is the second largest provider of security services globally. We have business operations in 45 markets and capabilities spanning from guarding to tech-enables security.

We provide Integrated Guarding, Remote Guarding, Mobile Guarding, Onsite Guarding, Investigative Services and Technology Services.

Securitas Canada is looking for professional and reliable Security Guards to join our team across a variety of client sites throughout the Cambridge, Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Fergus, Puslinch.

This posting is for multiple vacancies across the Greater Kitchener and Guelph Areas.

Our Security Guards can work in a range of environments, including:

• Corporate and Office Buildings

• Government Sites

• Bank Sites

• Other client locations require professional security services

Pay rates range from $18.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on the assignment, location, experience, licensing requirements, and site responsibilities.

• Monitor and patrol the assigned property

• Control access to the site and verify visitors, employees, contractors, and deliveries

• Monitor CCTV and alarm systems

• Maintain accurate daily activity and incident reports

• Respond to incidents and emergencies in accordance with site procedures

• Conduct regular patrols and inspections

• Enforce client and site-specific security policies

• Provide professional customer service to employees, visitors, students, contractors, and members of the public

• Maintain a visible security presence

• Contact emergency services when required

• Perform other security-related duties as assigned

• Valid Ontario Security Guard Licence and First Aid and CPR Certificate

• Strong communication and customer service skills

• Professional appearance and positive attitude

• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations

• Strong observation and attention to detail

• Ability to complete written reports accurately

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

• Some positions may require fluency in English and French.

• Previous security experience is an asset, but qualified candidates with a strong customer-service background are encouraged to apply for more experienced roles.

• Priority will be given to candidates with OPEN availability for days, afternoons, nights and weekend shifts and their own vehicle with a G2 or G licence.

• Professional reception and access-control environments

• Employee and visitor access management

• CCTV monitoring

• Patrols and security reporting

• Incident reporting centre, monitoring global locations and dispatching emergency services.

• Perimeter and site patrols

• Access control for workers, contractors, and visitors

• Monitoring equipment and materials

• Monitor inbound and outbound traffic.

• Trespasser deterrence including gatehouse duties.

• Overnight and weekend security coverage

• Incident prevention and reporting

• Perimeter inspections and checks. Standing inside or outside bank entrance for long periods.

• Access control for members of the public and client employees.

• Respond to aggressive individuals and de-escalate.

• Monitoring equipment and materials within the bank.

• Monitor members of the public and enforce bank policies and procedures.

• Trespasser deterrence

• Incident prevention and reporting

• Competitive pay opportunities of $18.00–$25.00/hour

• Free uniforms

• Multiple site environments and assignments

• Opportunities for full-time, part-time, and casual employment

• Training and…