Charity Store Security Guard

GardaWorld; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading security firm in Winnipeg is seeking a Charity Store Security Guard to ensure safety while providing excellent customer service. Responsibilities include monitoring the store for suspicious behavior, assisting customers, and working closely with store management. The ideal candidate has a valid security guard license and is customer service-oriented. Competitive hourly wage and growth opportunities are available.

Benefits

Hourly wage of $17.50

Continuing education covered

Uniform provided at no cost

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Tactical guard is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Check in with the store manager at the beginning of each shift.
• Maintain a polite and friendly demeanor with customers.
• Stay alert for suspicious behaviors in the store.
• Address suspicious individuals or vagrants politely.

Skills

Customer service oriented

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a stressful environment

Education

Valid Manitoba Security Guard license

Job description

Charity Store Security Guard

Business Unit: Security Services

Career Area: Security Guard

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, CA

Ready to suit up as a Charity Store Security Guard

Requisition: 242704

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to build meaningful connections. Tell us about how your natural ability to engage with others reassures and inspires confidence.

As a Charity Store Security guard, there is a high focus on customer service since you will be working with people all shift, in Charity store Environeme. You will play a key role in preventing shoplifting, fraud, vandalism or any other crime.

We provide people with growth opportunities. 30% of our frontline employees are promoted to become part of our operation teams.

What's in it for you?

• Hourly wage of $17.50
• We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Shifts: Every Saturday 11:00-18:00, plus minimum 1 shift any other day 15:00-20:00 shift during the week (Month to Month coverage)
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities for Charity Store Security Guard

Check in with the store manager on duty at the beginning of each shift, making sure to receive information on potential issues that have already occurred in the store before their arrival and instructions on how best to be utilized for the shift.

Maintain a polite and friendly demeanor, treating every person with courtesy and respect.

Pay attention to high theft, especially aisles containing candy, batteries, gum, electronics and health and beauty products.

Keep an eye on the checkout area, even while patrolling the rest of the store.

Make sure that there are no customers trespassing in the associate only areas of the store.

Be proactive about offering help to any customer who appears confused or in need of assistance.

Upon arrival, check in with the store manager or associate for updates on issues. Keep it brief, polite, and professional.

Be respectful to all employees, keeping conversations limited to work matters and with management only.

Address suspicious individuals or vagrants immediately, politely asking if they need assistance. If involved in illegal activity, escort them out and attempt to recover stolen items. Report to the manager and include it in the end-of-shift report.

Stay alert for suspicious behaviors in the store.

Acts of mischief (e.g., package tampering, property damage) should be reported to the manager and noted in your report. Use common sense with customers opening packages to inspect products, and involve a representative if needed.

Stay alert if the exit alarm goes off. Common causes include theft attempts, cashier error, or devices that trigger sensors. Handle each situation diplomatically to avoid offending innocent customers.

Qualifications for Charity Store Security Guard

• Previous experience as a Tactical guard (an asset)
• Valid Manitoba Security Guard license
• Customer service oriented
• Leadership and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a stressful environment

Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers. 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 tactical, surveillance and even casual roles available.

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