Tactical Security Guard

Job summary

Patrol critical areas and retail sales floors to identify suspicious activity, deter theft, respond to incidents, and document actions taken. Support de-escalation and public-disturbance responses, coordinate with law enforcement when needed, and follow company procedures and shoplifting observation protocols.

Job details

Ready to suit up as a Tactical 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 such as retail stores, airports, security facility centers, etc. What's in it for you? Competitive hourly wage of $20 + comprehensive benefits. 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. Part-time opportunity. Uniform provided at no cost. Responsibilities for Tactical Security Guard Patrolling critical areas to identify and prevent suspicious activity. Reacting quickly to threats or incidents and documenting all actions taken. Partnering with law enforcement during serious incidents when required. Actively monitoring the sales floor to deter and prevent theft. Following the five-step shoplifting observation process before any intervention. Intervening at store exits to recover merchandise and issuing verbal trespass notices when applicable. Prioritizing deterrence and recovery when apprehension is not possible. Supporting with de-escalation and public disturbance situations. Fully complying with all company policies and procedures at all times. Qualifications for Tactical Security Guard Must be authorized to work in Canada. Hold a valid security license. First Aid certification is an asset. Ability to stand and walk throughout shift. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to incidents. Prior experience in tactical, loss prevention, or frontline security roles is an asset. Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, nights, and weekends. 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.

What you’ll do

Patrol critical areas and retail sales floors to identify suspicious activity, deter theft, respond to incidents, and document actions taken. Support de-escalation and public-disturbance responses, coordinate with law enforcement when needed, and follow company procedures and shoplifting observation protocols.

Requirements

Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada, hold a valid security license, and be able to stand and walk throughout their shift. Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are required; First Aid certification and relevant security or loss-prevention experience are assets.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Continuing Education Coverage
• Flexible Schedules
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Uniform Provided

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred
• working under pressure. · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Observation
• Risk Assessment
• Patrolling
• Incident Response
• Incident Documentation
• Loss Prevention
• Shoplifting Observation
• Merchandise Recovery
• De-escalation
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Decision-Making
• Working Under Pressure
• Physical Stamina
• Flexible Scheduling
• De-escalation Techniques
• First Aid Certification
• Deterrence
• Decision Making
• Sales
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Law Enforcement
• Merchandising
• Social Skills

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Retail
• Security Guard
• Security Officer (General)
• Security Guards

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