We are seeking a professional and experienced Security Guard Specialist to provide a highly visible, advanced level of security service at busy downtown location.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for staff, visitors, and members of the public. This role requires strong judgment, professionalism, integrity, and the ability to respond effectively to routine, emergency, and security-related situations.
Key Responsibilities
- Record and maintain daily logbooks, including daily activities, unusual occurrences, equipment issuance, and security-related incidents.
- Provide security guard services by monitoring security systems, conducting patrols, and maintaining a visible presence throughout the site.
- Monitor assigned areas and respond to routine calls, emergencies, security concerns, and law enforcement-related matters.
- Identify, investigate, and respond to potential security breaches, fire and safety hazards, prohibited entry, theft, utility interruptions, and other site concerns.
- Provide excellent customer service by answering public inquiries, assisting visitors and staff, and supporting safe movement throughout the site.
- Conduct guard tours along designated patrol routes.
- Notify the appropriate authorities in the event of security, fire, health, or safety emergencies.
- Activate fire alarm and life safety systems when required and assist with evacuation procedures.
- Escort police, fire, ambulance, or other designated authorities to emergency locations.
- Screen unauthorized individuals and respond appropriately to trespassing, criminal activity, or policy breaches in accordance with applicable legislation and site procedures.
- Make lawful arrests when required and surrender individuals to police as soon as possible.
- Receive and document complaints, conduct investigations, prepare incident reports, and complete follow-up investigations as required.
- Perform open-up and lock-down procedures.
- Conduct bomb threat searches and inspect/test security and life safety equipment.
- Carry out emergency response duties in accordance with site emergency response procedures.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum of two years of security-related experience, preferably in a tactical or high-profile environment.
- Candidates with a diploma or degree from a Canadian institution in Police Foundations, Investigations, Community Justice, Law Enforcement, or a related field may be considered with a minimum of one year of security-related experience.
- Valid Ontario Security Guard License is required.
- Strong knowledge of the Criminal Code, Trespass to Property Act, and proper arrest procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong active listening, observation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in emergency, conflict, or high-pressure situations.
- Must be available to work nights, weekends, weekdays, and holidays.
- Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, preferably up to 12 hours.
- Steel-toe shoes or boots are mandatory.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is professional, reliable, and confident in handling security-related situations while providing respectful and courteous service. They demonstrate integrity, accountability, and sound judgment, and are committed to maintaining the safety and security of everyone on site.
We are hosting a hiring event this Friday June 5th in Scarborough! You will be sent details to book after you apply.
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience working in a tactical, high-traffic, transit, commercial, or public-facing security environment?
Experience:
- Security Guard: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Security License (required)
Work Location: In person
