Security Guard - Toronto

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 8, 2026
1 position

$27 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The security guard is responsible for monitoring CCTV, controlling building access, and conducting foot patrols to ensure site safety. They must also handle incident reporting, respond to alarms, and provide professional reception services to visitors and contractors.

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: Monitoring CCTV and access control Answering to phone calls and responding to emails Foot patrolling of the premises Incident reporting Good radio communication with computer skills Ability to work independently and fast thinking skill Responding to alarms Manning reception and issuing of passes Prevention of theft, disorders and disturbances Ensuring that no loitering or soliciting takes place in the building Proving visitor/contractor escorts Other duties as assigned by the Client, or the Regional Manager WE ARE EXCITED FOR YOU TO OFFER US: Ontario Secondary School Diploma *MUST* Ontario Security Guard License *MUST* Valid First Aid and CPR certificate Ability to stand/sit for long periods of time Ability to lift up-to 50 lbs. Ability to speak/read/communicate in English (fluently), ability to speak French is consider an asset Excellent customer service and reception skills The ability to work alone while maintaining a high level of service to the client is essential *MUST* be able to clear Federal Top Secret clearance- including Polygraph test (resident in Canada 10 years or longer, clean record, clean credit history) WHAT WE OFFER YOU: Medical and Dental Employee assistance program Family Assistance program Coaching and counselling support WHAT THE JOB OFFERS YOU: No. of Positions: 5 Hourly Rate of Pay: $27.40 with night premium Location:277 Front Street West Hours of work: Continental Shift( 0600 - 1800 and 1800-0600 ) Unionized Site No parking; paid parking available nearby 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

Requirements

Candidates must possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and a valid Ontario Security Guard License. Additionally, applicants must be able to obtain Federal Top Secret clearance and hold valid First Aid and CPR certification.