Security Guard

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.

Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team.