Security Guard (Overnights) - Toronto

Job summary

The security guard is responsible for maintaining site security, controlling access, and monitoring the security desk. They must also conduct regular foot patrols, complete daily logs, and respond to alarms or calls for assistance.

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. POSITION SUMMARY Job type: Security/Access Control Use of Force Reports to: Site Supervisor/Regional Manager Anticipated start date: ASAP Posting Close Date: Until filled Hourly Rate of Pay: $26.86/hr ( Use of Force Level III) Hours of work: 2100-0900 (12 Hours)(Paid Meal Breaks) Shifts: Continental Shift (7 shifts in a 2 week rotation Location: 660 Fleet St, Toronto, Ontario Accessible by Transit: Yes Uniform: White Shirt, Cargo pants, black footwear, Use of Force Level III equipment(CM) RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES Ensure access control policies and procedures are followed and client property is secured Verify identification and sign in/out visitors as required Maintain positive attitude and professional working relationships with employees, visitors and clients Complete site reporting requirements, daily logs and written reports Maintain high standards of personal appearance and deportment Maintain effective communication Respond to alarms and calls for assistance Provide assistance to employees, clients and visitors Regular interior foot patrols Make sure the Security Desk is always monitored Able to operate a computer with email and Microsoft Office systems Other duties as may be required by the client or site supervisor REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: *Mandatory* - Must hold a Valid Ontario Security Guard License. *Mandatory*– Valid WSIB accredited First Aid and CPR certificate *Mandatory*- Be able to obtain a Level I (Reliability) Clearance - minimum 5 Years of Residency in Canada Must be able to complete CGL’s Use of Force Level III Class The ability to stand for long periods of time and complete frequent patrols Good understanding of computers Customer service/reception/administrative skills The ability to work alone while maintaining a high level of service to the client is essential WHAT WE OFFER YOU: Medical and dental benefits Employee Assistance Program Family Assistance program Coaching and counselling support 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, can 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 maintaining site security, controlling access, and monitoring the security desk. They must also conduct regular foot patrols, complete daily logs, and respond to alarms or calls for assistance.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Ontario Security Guard License and a WSIB accredited First Aid/CPR certificate. Additionally, they must be able to obtain a Level I Reliability Clearance and complete Use of Force Level III training.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family Assistance program
• Coaching and counselling support

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Security
• Access control
• Use of force
• First aid
• CPR
• Reporting
• Communication
• Foot patrols
• Computer literacy
• Microsoft Office
• Customer service
• Reception
• Administrative skills
• Surveillance
• Use Of Force
• Support Services
• Security Guard License
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Effective Communication
• Positivity
• First Aid Certification
• Administrative Functions
• Access Controls
• Alarm Devices
• Customer Service
• Multitasking
• Coaching

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Customer Service & Support
• Administrative
• Security Guard
• Security Officer (General)
• Security Guards

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