Security Guard

Job summary

Provide superior customer service while managing access control and conducting security foot patrols. Proactively respond to emergency situations and ensure safety standards are maintained across various client sites.

Job details

Join Commissionaires! Our focus is on our customers and our team members. As Canada’s only not-for-profit security company, over 90% of our revenues go directly back to our team members in wages, health & dental benefits, RRSP contributions, employee recognition programs, and more. Be part of a great team where your contribution is recognized. We offer opportunities to service a range of different customers. If interested in advancement, there is plenty of opportunity. We are a dedicated equal opportunity employer with both structured and flexible shifts available across Vancouver Island and into the Yukon to suit every lifestyle – student, parent, night owl, you name it! As one of Canada's leading security organizations, our security professionals keep airports, schools, government facilities, and other commercial enterprises safe. We also work with police departments and municipalities to help in keeping Canadians safe. Location: Various Sites in Courtenay/Comox Valley Position Status: Part-Time, Full-Time and Casual Available Shifts: Evenings, and overnight shifts Wage: $20/hr - $21.53/hr Reports to: Operations Supervisor JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * Provide superior customer service to clients and general public. * Provide access control and security foot patrols as needed. * Proactively respond to and resolve emergency situations and conflicts. * Complete evacuation and emergency response procedures. * Communicate problems or concerns to the site supervisor. * Possess excellent multi-tasking, problem solving, prioritizing and organizational abilities. * Have knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations. * Perform all duties with high safety standards. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE * Possess a valid BC Security Workers License or be willing to complete training. * Physically fit and able to stand/walk for long periods at a time. * Must be able to work in a range of weather conditions throughout shift. * Have a positive attitude with a professional demeanour, and strong interpersonal skills. * Excellent attention to detail to fulfill duties and responsibilities and incident report writing. * Problem solving skills with an ability to handle emergency situations in a calm manner. * Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in varying situations. * Have a demonstrated interest and experience in serving the public. BENEFITS AND PERKS * Free and paid training programs. * Opportunities for advancement. * A variety of shifts to maximize work-life balance! * Exclusive partnership rates with BMO, Bell, and Hero Travel program * Recognition and reward programs. * Extended health, dental, and vision coverage. * Free uniform and dry-cleaning reimbursement. * Safety boot reimbursement and PPE provided (as applicable). * RRSP contributions. * Referral bonuses. * And more!

What you’ll do

Provide superior customer service while managing access control and conducting security foot patrols. Proactively respond to emergency situations and ensure safety standards are maintained across various client sites.

Requirements

Candidates must possess or be willing to obtain a valid BC Security Workers License and be physically fit for long periods of standing or walking. A professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills are required to handle public interactions and emergency situations calmly.

Benefits

• Free and paid training programs • Opportunities for advancement • Extended health, dental, and vision coverage • Free uniform and dry-cleaning reimbursement • Safety boot reimbursement • PPE provided • RRSP contributions • Referral bonuses • Recognition and reward programs • Exclusive partnership rates with BMO, Bell, and Hero Travel program

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Customer Service
• Access Control
• Security Foot Patrols
• Emergency Response
• Conflict Resolution
• Multi-tasking
• Problem Solving
• Organizational Abilities
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Incident Report Writing
• Interpersonal Skills
• Decision Making

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Customer Service & Support
• Government & Public Sector