Casual Security Guard

Paladin Security; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider is looking for a Casual Security Guard in Ottawa. Responsibilities include patrolling, greeting visitors, and managing access control. Candidates must possess a valid Ontario Security Guard License and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive pay and various benefits including medical and dental insurance, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and professional development

Competitive Salary and benefits package

Free Uniforms

Security License reimbursement

Work today, get paid today—daily pay available

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Security Guard License required.
• First Aid and CPR Level C certification needed.
• Authorized to legally work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned area on foot.
• Greet employees and visitors at designated entrances.
• Control room management with CCTV & Access Card System.

Skills

Valid Ontario Security Guard License

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated punctuality and reliability

Previous security experience

Previous customer service experience

Education

Post Secondary education in Law Enforcement/Security program

Job description

Overview

Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE! The Paladin Difference starts with our people; 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!

Job Skills / Requirements

Position Details

Position: | Casual Security Guard

Site: | Varies

Averaging Agreement: | Overtime is Averaging Agreement (AA) calculated after 88 hours

Hours: | Varies

Payrate: | $18.35 (or depending on site)

Internal Positing Date: | October 23, 2025

Internal Closing Date: | October 30, 2025

Benefits of joining Paladin:

• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive Salary and benefits package
• Free Uniforms
• Security License reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Work today, get paid today—dailypayavailable
• Additional perks!

Job Requirements

• Valid Ontario Security Guard License
• Valid First Aid and CPR Level C
• Authorized to legally work in Canada
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated punctuality and reliability, tact and diplomacy
• Previous security experience is an asset
• Previous customer service experience is an asset
• Post Secondary education in a Law Enforcement/Security program from a recognized college preferred

Job Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned area on foot
• Greet employees and visitors at designated entrances
• Control room with CCTV & Access Card System
• Parking Enforcement
• Access Control
• Additional job duties as assigned

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Certification Requirements (All)

• First Aid, CPR Level C
• A Valid Ontario Security Guard Licence
• Judicial Matters Criminal Records Check

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 candidates 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

This is a As Needed position

Travel is not required