Licensed Event Security Guard – Medium to Large Scale Events

Kewley Security; Kingston; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kewley Security is seeking licensed Event Security Guards for Kingston-area events. This outdoor, large-scale festival environment focuses on access control, patron safety, and customer service. Duties include monitoring alcohol compliance, crowd control, and incident reporting.

Ideal candidates hold an Ontario Security Guard Licence and Smart Serve certification, with strong communication skills and reliable transportation to the site. Experience at concerts or events is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have Ontario Security Guard Licence.
• Smart Serve certification required.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable transportation to the event site.
• Previous event/festival or alcohol compliance experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage access control and credential checks.
• Provide gate, perimeter and restricted area security.
• Monitor alcohol compliance and patron safety.
• Assist with crowd management and public safety.
• Conduct bag checks and screening support as assigned.
• Respond to incidents and escalate concerns to supervisors.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Ontario Security Guard Licence

Smart Serve certification

Job description

Licensed Event Security Guard – Medium to Large Scale Events

Kingston (Downtown), Canada | Posted on 09/01/2026

Kewley Security is now accepting applications for licensed Security Guards to work events in and around Kingston.

This is a large-scale outdoor music festival environment requiring professional, reliable, and customer-focused security personnel. Successful applicants will support event safety, access control, alcohol compliance, crowd management, patron assistance, and overall site security throughout the festival.

Applicants must hold a valid Ontario Security Guard Licence and valid Smart Serve certification to be considered.

Responsibilities

Security Guards may be assigned to a variety of event positions, including:

• Access control and credential checks
• Gate, perimeter, and restricted area security
• Alcohol compliance and patron monitoring
• Crowd management and public safety support
• Bag checks and screening support, where assigned
• Responding to incidents and escalating concerns appropriately
• Providing clear directions and strong customer service to patrons
• Supporting emergency procedures as directed by supervisors
• Maintaining professionalism in a fast-paced outdoor festival environment
• Completing incident reports when required

Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Valid Smart Serve certification
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Ability to follow direction from supervisors and event command staff
• Reliable transportation to and from the event site
• Previous event, concert, festival, or alcohol compliance experience is considered an asset

Working Conditions

This position involves working in a busy outdoor festival environment. Guards may be required to stand or walk for long periods, work evenings, late nights, weekends, and in various weather.