Retail Security Guard - Ottawa

Job summary

The security guard is responsible for patrolling retail areas to identify suspicious activity and controlling access to secure zones. They must also react to incidents, monitor alarms, and collaborate with law enforcement when necessary.

Job details

Ready to suit up as a retail Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk and act accordingly. Your keen sense of observation and strong social skills are your greatest strengths. As a Tactical Security Guard, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments the lively retail location. What's in it for you? Hourly wage of $18.70 We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy Flexible schedules with various shifts available Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld Various part-time opportunities Uniform provided at no cost Responsibilities for a retail Security Guard Patrol critical areas to spot any suspicious activity Check identification and control access to secure areas React quickly to threats or incidents and document actions taken Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras Handle alarms and conduct on-site checks Partner with law enforcement during serious incidents Qualifications for a retail Security Guard Be authorized to work in Canada Hold a valid security license First aid certification Ability to stand and walk throughout shift This posting is for a position that is currently vacant within the organization. This could be more than a job! If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you! Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs. We also have concierge, surveillance and even casual roles available. SSOG

What you’ll do

The security guard is responsible for patrolling retail areas to identify suspicious activity and controlling access to secure zones. They must also react to incidents, monitor alarms, and collaborate with law enforcement when necessary.

Requirements

Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada and possess a valid security license. Additionally, a first aid certification and the physical ability to stand and walk for the duration of the shift are required.

Benefits

• Continuing education
• Flexible schedules
• Career growth opportunities
• Uniform provided

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Observation
• Social skills
• Patrolling
• Access control
• Incident response
• Alarm monitoring
• Documentation
• First aid
• Incident Response
• Access Controls
• Incident Reporting
• First Aid
• Law Enforcement
• Social Skills
• Alarm Devices
• First Aid Certification
• Alarm Monitoring

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Retail
• Security Guard
• Retail Security Officer
• Security Guards

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