Hospital Security Guard

Commissionaires Victoria, The Islands And Yukon; Victoria; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A security services company is hiring Hospital Security Guards in Victoria. Responsibilities include maintaining safety for staff and patients, assisting visitors, and responding to emergencies. Candidates must have or be able to obtain a secret security clearance. This role offers a starting wage between $26.18 and $27.50 per hour and various shift options to enhance work-life balance.

Benefits

Free and paid training programs

Opportunities for advancement

Extended health, dental, and vision coverage

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a Government of Canada secret security clearance.
• Must have a positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Fluency in English is required, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for healthcare staff and patients.
• Assist visitors and employees with professionalism.
• Respond promptly to security emergencies.

Skills

Alertness

Problem-solving

Communication skills

First aid skills

Education

Government of Canada secret security clearance

BC security worker's license

Job description

Join Commissionaires!

Ready to make a difference? Join Commissionaires, Canada’s premier not-for-profit security company. With over 90% of our revenue reinvested into our team members and voted as one of Forbes Canada’s Top Employers for 2025, we demonstrate our commitment to our employees and community.

With over 22,000 employees nationwide and over 800 employees serving across Vancouver Island and Yukon, we provide customized solutions to meet the dynamic and evolving security needs of both private and public sector clients. Our services include uniformed guard services, mobile response and support, by-law enforcement, and identification services.

At Commissionaires, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. Join us and be part of a great team where your contributions are recognized and valued. Together, we play a critical role in protecting the safety and security of Canadians.

Make a difference!

Location: Base Hospital, Esquimalt

Shifts: Various days

Schedule: Various Shifts

Reports to: Site Supervisor

Starting Wage: $26.18/hr - $27.50/hr

Job Responsibilities

As a Hospital Security Guard, you will play a critical role in maintaining a safe, calm, and secure environment for healthcare staff, patients including vulnerable and high-risk individuals and as well as visitors.

Core Duties

• Comply with all Post Orders, hospital policies, and security protocols.
• Assist visitors, patients, and employees with professionalism and empathy.
• Provide first aid when required (training provided).
• Respond promptly to all security and emergency situations.
• Carry out evacuation procedures in the event of fire, earthquake, or other emergencies.
• Summon and coordinate with law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency medical services.
• Maintain detailed and accurate incident reports and daily activity logs.

Access Control & Reception Duties

• Unlock, disarm, and prepare the building at the start of shift.
• Secure, lock, and alarm the building at shift end, including logging all remaining personnel.
• Enforce access control procedures, including ID verification and weapons/knife screening questions.
• Sign visitors and contractors in and out, ensuring compliance with security procedures.
• Provide clear directions to visitors and staff and ensure escorts arrive for restricted-area access.
• Monitor for theft, suspicious behaviour, and unauthorized access.
• Assist with emergency procedures during fire alarms, evacuations, or natural disasters.
• Assist with security clearance documentation and processes (scope may be limited depending on new software systems).
• Support administrative tasks related to identity verification and document handling.

Qualifications and Experience

• Posses a Government of Canada secret (level II) security clearance or have the ability to obtain one.
• Ability to remain alert while on duty.
• Ability to work in a range of weather conditions throughout shift.
• Must complete the online Commissionaire Security Officer Course
• Be willing to obtain a BC security worker's license as well as Advanced Security Training.
• Be comfortable using computers.
• Fluent in the English language - written, verbal and reading skills.
• Have a positive attitude with a professional demeanour.
• Have excellent attention to complete incident report writing.
• Have excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in varying situations.

Benefits and Perks

• Free and paid training programs.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• A variety of shifts to maximize work-life balance.
• Exclusive partnership rates with BMO, Bell, and Hero Travel program
• Recognition and reward programs.
• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Free uniform and dry-cleaning reimbursement.
• Safety boot reimbursement and PPE provided (as applicable).
• RRSP contributions.
• Referral bonuses.
• And more!