Security Guard (Temporary) - Markham

Job summary

The security guard is responsible for monitoring CCTV, controlling site access, and conducting regular foot patrols to ensure property security. They must also complete daily logs, respond to alarms, and provide assistance to employees and visitors.

Job details

Job Description 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. This position is temporary and is expected to remain in effect until July 2027. 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: Ensuring access control is followed and client property is secured, escorting visitors as required Monitoring of CCTV equipment Completing shipping and receiving duties, including shipment audits and trailer inspections. Maintaining positive attitude and professional working relationships with employees, visitors, and the client Maintaining high standards of personal appearance and deportment Responding to alarms and utilization of alarm panels Providing assistance to employees, clients, and visitors Completing daily logs and written reports as necessary Standing or being on your feet for certain lengths of time Being able to bend down and lift a minimum of 11 Lbs. to apply pinlocks to fifth wheel pins Foot Patrols on a regular basis during shift Occasionally be required to cover other Estee Lauder Locations as a Backfill Other duties as may be required by the client or Site Supervisor WE ARE EXCITED FOR YOU TO OFFER US: *MUST*Valid Ontario Security Guard License *MUST*Valid First Aid and CPR certificate The ability to stand for long periods of time and complete frequent patrols Strong understanding of computers Strong communication skills Customer service/reception/administrative skills The ability to work alone while maintaining a high level of service to the client is essential Able to use Microsoft Programs such as Word Excel, Outlook, and Teams. WHAT THE JOB OFFERS YOU: Job Type: Full Time Hourly Rate of Pay: $19.57 Hours of work: Sun-Tues 2300-0800 , Wed- Thurs 2330-0800 Location: 351 Hillmount Road Markham Ontario L6C2S3 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 monitoring CCTV, controlling site access, and conducting regular foot patrols to ensure property security. They must also complete daily logs, respond to alarms, and provide assistance to employees and visitors.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Ontario Security Guard License and a valid First Aid and CPR certificate. Strong communication skills, computer proficiency, and the ability to perform physical tasks like standing for long periods are required.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• Microsoft Teams · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Security guard
• Access control
• CCTV monitoring
• Alarm response
• Report writing
• Customer service
• Communication skills
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Teams
• First aid
• CPR
• Physical patrol
• Shipping And Receiving
• Support Services
• Security Guard License
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Positivity
• First Aid Certification
• Administrative Functions
• Access Controls
• Alarm Devices
• Auditing
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Fifth Wheel Coupling
• Multitasking

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Administrative
• Logistics
• Security Guard
• Security Officer (General)
• Security Guards