Security Guard jobs in Toronto, ON

Position Overview:

• Position: Full Time, Permanent – Tactical Security Patrol Guard
• Location: Toronto, Downtown region properties
• Schedule: 8 hours, 12 hours Continental Days, Nights, and Rotation Schedule
• Hours: 40 to 44 hours per week
• Salary: $18 to $20 per hour

Qualifications:

• Valid Ontario Security Guard License
• Minimum 1 year of full time tactical Security Guard experience required
• Excellent Customer Service and above-average computer skills
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must demonstrate high attention to detail / observational awareness
• Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence and the ability to work productively and efficiently in a team

Working Conditions

• Parking is not available at the site if you are driving.
• Role is Patrol Guard in a Large Commercial Office Complex
• Uniform includes Tactical boots, belt, Protective Vest (approx 15lbs of equipment) which are to be worn at all times on shift
• Guards walk on average 25,000 - 30,000 steps per day, and are on patrol for approx. 6 hours in an 8 hour shift.
• Required to work, if necessary, various rotating shifts on short notice and be available for work in a 24x7x365 environment.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to all site employees and visitors
• Observe and Report any hazards immediately
• Patrolling Common areas, Food Courts, Retail Concourses to provide security to visitors, tenants and providing visible deterrence to trespassers.
• Monitor CCTV surveillance systems
• Maintain a detailed memo book and prepare incident reports on all matters dealt with
• Screening unauthorized persons and physically removing unauthorized personnel found trespassing or engaging in criminal acts or breaching the policies. Legally arrest the individual and surrender same to Police as soon as possible.
• Obtain statements and collect information for Incident
• Logging in/out of Key, Radio, and pager audits
• Handle Lost & Found items and inquiries
• Report any unsafe working conditions in any/all departments
• Ability to de-escalate a crisis situation, provide support and liaise with emergency personnel including police, fire, and paramedic resources.
• Attend and investigate security alarms and emergencies in a timely and professional manner so as not to create panic among the on-site public
• Respond to all emergency response needs such as providing first aid, missing persons, etc.
• Ensure that the property is safe by ensuring all security measures are functioning properly.
• Other duties as outlined by management

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Career advancement opportunities
• Continuous support from a Career Centre representative to ensure success
• Life, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Exclusive discounts on products, events, and services through Union Savings membership
• Company wide Recognition Program
• Overtime Pay
• On-Site parking
• Union Perks:
• Financial Benefits: Low-interest loans, mortgages, and financial services
• Health & Wellness: Insurance and discounts on wellness programs such as 25% off GoodLife fitness
• Travel Perks: Discount on flights, hotels, and car rentals

We are accepting Walk-in Interviews at the below-mentioned address, we have vacancies in this role!

Timings: Monday to Friday. 9 am to 4 pm

Address: 1210 Sheppard Avenue East – Unit 102

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants that are shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.

Need a Security License? Follow this link to enroll in our training program!

https://paragonsecurity.ca/explore-employment-opportunities/training/

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https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Paragon-Security/jobs?l=Toronto%2C%20ON

Why Paragon?

Paragon Security, Canada’s largest family-owned security company, is uniquely designed to ensure our guards succeed. Your success is our success. Are you looking for a career in the security industry? A steppingstone into the world of policing? A place to call home while you upgrade your education? Be a part of a winning team, click Apply Now and join the Paragon family today!

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: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Do you drive or take public transit for commuting purposes?
• Do you hold any educational background in Public safety like Police Foundations / Fire fighting / Paramedics or related?. If yes then please specify.
• The job requires physical ability and training to make arrests of trespassers, in accordance with section 494 of the criminal code, if necessary, a part of your job duties? If so, are you comfortable with this job duty if use-of-force training is provided?
• Do you live close to Toronto Downtown region? What is your home area postal code?
• Are you legally entitled to work Full time in Canada? If yes, then what is your eligibility ?
• Can you work full time schedule which includes overnight, evening, 12 hours shifts ?

Experience:

• Tactical Security Guard: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Ontario Security Guard License (required)

Work Location: In person