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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The security guard is responsible for conducting patrols in military barracks, monitoring maintenance issues, and acting as a fire warden. They also assist with the in and out processing of military members and ensure all site paperwork is completed accurately.
Job details
INTRODUCTION: Commissionaires Great Lakes (CGL) is a private, not-for-profit organization founded in 1925 on a mandate that prioritizes providing meaningful employment for veterans and others committed to the well being of Canadians primarily in security guard and related services. Spanning Central and Southwestern Ontario, our services are customized to respond to the dynamic and evolving security needs of both private and public sector clients. These include uniformed guard, mobile response and support services, by-law enforcement and identification services. We are currently seeking a Commissionaire to join our growing team. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Your commitment to serving the needs of our clients and employees will encourage client and employee loyalty and enhance our organization’s success. WHAT OUR EXCEPTIONAL COMMISSIONAIRES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR: Conduct patrols in military barracks checking for any maintenance issues Assist with In and Out processing of military members Act as Fire Warden Ensure all rooms are "move in" ready Complete "March Out" and other site paperwork as directed Maintaining high standards of personal appearance and deportment Other duties as required by the client WE ARE EXCITED FOR YOU TO OFFER US: *MUST* Ontario Security Guard License *MUST* Valid First Aid and CPR certificate *MUST* be able to obtain Secret Security Clearance (resident in Canada 10 years or longer, clean record, clean credit history) Ability to stand/sit/walk for long periods of time Ability to complete frequent patrols Ability to speak/read/communicate in English (fluently), ability to speak French is consider an asset Able to multi-task and work well with little to no supervision Excellent customer service and reception skills WHAT WE OFFER YOU: Medical and Dental Employee assistance program Family Assistance program Coaching and counselling support WHAT THE JOB OFFERS YOU: Rate of Pay: $24.82 per hour Working Hours: Monday to Friday 0730 to 1600 hrs; occasional Saturday and Sunday 0730 to 1400 hrs Location: CFB Borden WHAT WE EXPECT FROM OUR COMMSSIONAIRES: As a front-line representative of our company and client’s site you must be highly reliable, work well under pressure, able to work with minimal supervision, have the ability to multitask and be a professional who takes pride in your dress, deportment and performance at all times. We would like to thank all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Commissionaires Great Lakes (CGL) is fully committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time.
What you’ll do
The security guard is responsible for conducting patrols in military barracks, monitoring maintenance issues, and acting as a fire warden. They also assist with the in and out processing of military members and ensure all site paperwork is completed accurately.
Requirements
Candidates must possess an Ontario Security Guard License, a valid First Aid and CPR certificate, and the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision are also required.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Employee assistance program
- Family Assistance program
- Coaching and counselling support
Listed skills
- Customer service · Preferred
- Multi-Tasking · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
- First Aid · Preferred
- CPR · Preferred
- Documentation · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Security patrol
- Fire safety
- Customer service
- Reception
- Multi-tasking
- Communication
- First aid
- CPR
- Documentation
- Maintenance monitoring
- Support Services
- Security Guard License
- Secret Clearance
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Customer Service
- Employee Assistance Programs
- English Language
- French Language
- Multitasking
- Coaching
Job areas
- Security & Safety
- Government & Public Sector
- Customer Service & Support
- Security Guard
- Security Officer (General)
- Security Guards
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