Cell Guard - Weekends APD

Commissionaire; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-site training

Job summary

Commissionaires BC is seeking a Cell Guard to support the Abbotsford Police Department. The role involves ensuring safety and custody of detainees, performing checks, and maintaining cell security. The position runs Saturdays and Sundays from 10pm to 6am with on-site training provided.

The ideal candidate will have First Aid Level 1, a clear background check including APD clearance, and strong public service orientation. English fluency and basic computer/report-writing skills are required.

Qualifications

• Must pass a criminal background check including APD clearance.
• Fluent English reading, writing and spoken skills.
• First aid certification is required (Level 1).
• Comfortable using computers and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safety and custody of detention prisoners.
• Maintain cell security and cleanliness; inspect for contraband.
• Prepare and serve meals; manage utensils and laundry tasks.
• Assist law enforcement with prisoner records and forms.
• First responder for emergencies; report to Site Supervisor.

Skills

Must have English fluency

Criminal background check clearance

Public service mindset

Calm under pressure

Education

Occupational First Aid Level 1

Criminal background verification

Job description

We are seeking a Cell Guard to join our team at Abbotsford Police Department. The successful candidate will be committed to safety, accountability, and delivering high standards of care and custody
Schedule: Saturday & Sunday 10pm - 6am
Payrate: $26.50/hr

Some of your responsibilities include:

• Monitoring the safety and custody of detention prisoners
• Up-to-date knowledge of prisoner records and conditions of care
• Performing regular checks-ins with prisoners to verify well-being
• Maintaining security and cleanliness of cells, including damage and contraband inspections
• Prepare and serve meals for prisoners, including retrieval of utensils
• Handling the collection and sending out of laundry
• Investigating and reporting any unusual behavior promptly and accurately
• Assisting law enforcement with forms and prisoner records
• First responder in building emergencies such as evacuations and medical emergencies
• Reporting to the Site Supervisor and Operations management for further duties as necessary

Your Must-Haves:

• Basic First Aid/Occupational First Aid Level 1
• Ability to clear a Criminal Background Check, including APD clearance
• Minimum 5 years residence in Canada (for clearance eligibility)
• Demonstrated interest and experience in serving the public
• Professional standard of conduct, dress and deportment
• Comfortable using computers and report writing
• Ability to handle emergency situations in a calm and professional manner
• Fluent English written, verbal and reading skills

Your Nice-To-Haves:

• Valid BC Security Licence
• Advanced Security Training
• RCMP or Policing experience
• Experience working in a similar role

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity for growth
• Work for a reputable and nationally known company
• A challenging yet rewarding work environment
• Work closely with local police department
• A stepping stone towards a career in law enforcement
• Paid on-site training

You’re a good fit if…

• You hold a positive and can do attitude
• You are reliable and committed
• You can think on your feet and problem solve
• You can work alone or as part of a team

Our Story

Commissionaires BC is a Canadian, not-for-profit security/enforcement organization that has been in business since 1927. Our mandate is to give back to those who served and continue to serve in our communities and country.

Commissionaires provides security services for over 200 sites and are located in over 110 communities across the province. Our client base runs from the Federal Government to local municipalities, airports, industrial sectors, and commercial/residential buildings.

Our guards are not only behind the scenes providing security and access control, but front and centre providing valued customer service to the public.