Full-Time Tactical Security Guard - Educational Facility

GardaWorld; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education funding

Uniform provided

Career growth opportunities

Continental rotation schedule

Job summary

GardaWorld is actively recruiting for a Tactical Campus Security Guard at a post-secondary facility in Downtown Toronto. The role emphasizes rapid threat assessment, vigilant observation, and strong social skills to maintain a safe campus environment.

The position requires standing and walking throughout shifts, a valid Ontario security guard license, and First Aid/CPR (C). You will work a 12-hour continental rotation, including days and nights, and will patrol campuses to deter threats and

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of security experience or tactical security background
• Valid Ontario security guard license
• WSIB approved Standard First Aid and CPR level C
• Authorized to work in Canada
• Able to stand, walk and patrol for long periods

Responsibilities

• Patrol critical campus areas and monitor for suspicious activity
• Check IDs and control access to secure zones
• Respond quickly to incidents and document actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Coordinate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Patrol the university campus in downtown Toronto
• Document security occurrences, hazards and violations
• Enforce Criminal Code of Canada and local regulations
• Collaborate with community on safety planning and engagement
• Patrol on foot, bike, or vehicle in a team setting
• Engage with community and stakeholders to foster safety

Skills

Security experience

Ontario license

First Aid CPR

Authorized to work in Canada

Stand/walk

Job description

Career Opportunities: Full-Time Tactical Security Guard - Educational Facility (251101)

Requisition ID251101-Posted11/05/2026-Security Services-Security Guard-Canada-Ontario

Ready to suit up as a Tactical Campus Security Guard

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk and act accordingly. Your keen sense of observation and strong social skills are your greatest strengths.

As a Tactical Security Guard, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling a post-secondary institution located at M5B 1Y2 (Downtown Toronto).

What's in it for you?

• Hourly wage of $22.04
• We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Full-Time Schedule: 12 hour continental rotation schedule, Mon to Sun: 8AM-8PM & 8PM-8AM (Cont. Rotation including 2 week days & 2 weeks nights)
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities for Tactical Campus Security Guard

• Patrol critical areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Check identification and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents and document actions taken
• Handle alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Partner with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Proactively patrol the University campus situated in the downtown core.
• Respond to and document security occurrences, violations, hazards, suspicious activities, maintenance‑related problems and other related duties as assigned.
• Interpret and enforce the Criminal Code of Canada, Trespass to Property Act of Ontario and University regulations.
• Work with the community on safety planning and community engagement initiatives.
• Patrol in uniform by foot, bike or vehicle.
• Work with and interact positively in a dynamic team atmosphere based on the principles of Community Policing.
• Liaise and build relationships with the community and stakeholders to help foster community engagement.

Qualifications for Tactical Campus Security Guard

• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Hold a valid Ontario security guard license
• Ability to stand and walk throughout shift
• Must have WSIB approved Standard First Aid and CPR level C certification
• Minimum 1 year previous security experience, tactical experience would be an asset
• Be a self‑starter with strong initiative
• Be able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks & responsibilities.

This posting is for a position that is currently vacant within the organization.