Commercial Security Guard - Full Time - Empire Life East Unit (259 Ontario St E)

Overview

Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE !
Do you have superior customer service skills and a passion for helping people? Are you able to think quickly on your feet and defuse difficult situations? Your track record of handling a great deal of responsibility combined with your varied life experience and enthusiasm for a job well done make you an ideal candidate for our team! The Paladin Difference starts with our officers; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Site Description:The Empire Life Insurance Company was founded in 1923 in Toronto and is now one of the top 10 life insurance companies in Canada. In 1936, our Corporate Head Office moved to Kingston, Ontario and is now an integral part of the city's history.

Job Skills / Requirements

Position: | Full -Time Security Guard
Site: | Empire Life - 259 Ontario St E
Hours: | Monday - Friday / 1630-0030 hours
Overtime Method: Ontario ESA
Payrate: | $19/hour

Internal Posting: February 19, 2025
Internal Closing: February 26, 2025
External Closing : April 15, 2025

Benefits of joining Paladin:

• Extensive paid industry leading training
• Opportunities for advancement and growth
• Unionized benefits (including Education Allowance & Pension Plan)
• Free Uniforms
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Paid vacation & sick days
• Additional perks!
Job Responsibilities:

• Proactive & reactive security patrols
• Response to incidents
• Report writing
• Investigate routine incidents
• De-escalate situations involving dealing, drinking, and fighting to ensure that all areas are covered and secured at all times
• Ensure that individuals are not trespassing/loitering
• Access control into building
• Additional duties as assigned
Job Requirements:

• Valid Security License for Ontario
• Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a WSIB-approved vendor)
• Proof of double COVID-19 vaccination
• Successful completion of onboarding and site training
• Able to stand for up to 12 hours per shift
• Able to complete extensive patrolling of site
• English communication (oral and written) required
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UoF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
• Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UoF/MOAB training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• Please be aware: The UoF/MOAB training is not paid as it is a pre-requisite, however Paladin will cover all of the costs of the training with a 6 month commitment to the position/availability

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. We believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Special Incentive Plans

This job reports to the CSM

This is a Full-Time position 1st Shift.

Relocation is not provided and travel is not required

Number of Openings for this position: 1