Security Guard - Full Time - Halton Regional Centre

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!

Position: Full Time Security Guard

Site: Halton Regional Centre (1151 Bronte Road)
Address: 1151 Bronte Rd, Oakville, ON L6M 3L1

Hours: Monday to Friday (16:00-00:30hrs)

Pay Rate: $19.10 /hr.

Averaging Agreement: Employment Standards Act.
Posting Date: November 14, 2024
Closing Date: November 22, 2024

Site Description:

Halton is the Golden Horseshoe of Southern Ontario. From a population of 548,435 in 2016. We are looking for security guards for 1151 Bronte Road. You will, in the course of your duties, encounter numerous situations. It is imperative that you have proven ability to use your own initiative and judgement but in a courteous manner.

Job Skills / Requirements

Job Description:
•Be an accurate and dependable resource having knowledge about services on campus
•Be able to comprehend and demonstrate competencies of Region of Halton and the Security policies and procedures with an ability to use a customer service approach
•Be attentive to the needs of the visitors and as well as be able to build relationships with the city community.
•Be able to keep an open and objective mind, remembering the city's diverse community.
•Encourage a safe and supportive environment.
•Assist visitors, and employee during crisis and contact the necessary emergency services as needed
•Frequently inspect the facility for damage and report to management.
•Ensure that the property is safe by ensuring all security measures are functioning properly.
Job Duties
•Ability to work alone or in a team
•Enthusiastically conducts proactive patrols, and be able to address policy breeches, and note facility concerns.
•Ability to write detailed incident reports for all emergency and day to day activities
•Attend and investigate security alarms and emergencies in a timely and professional manner as not to create a panic amongst the public
•Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors and other persons
•Ability to de-escalate a crisis, provide support and liaise with emergency personnel including; police, fire and paramedic resources.
•Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
•Logging in/out of Key, Radio and pager audits
•Handle Lost & Found items and inquiries
•Report any unsafe working conditions in any/all departments
•Ability to provide first aid and medical response when required to any person(s)
•Respond to all types of occurrences.
•Patrol interior and exterior
Job Requirements:
•Minimum of one year of experience in a security role
•Valid Ontario Security Guard License
•A Valid WSIB Approved First Aid CPR - Level C
•Proficient in English (both oral and written)
•Vulnerable Sector Check
•Customer Service Experience
•Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UoF) and Management of Aggressive Behaviour (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

Education Requirements (Any)

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (All)

Standard First Aid, CPR Level C
Valid Ontario Security License

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.

This job reports to the Client Services Manager

This is a Full-Time position 2nd Shift.

Number of Openings for this position: 1