Retail Security Guard: Flexible Shifts in Ottawa

Blackbird Security; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible schedules

Paid training

Career advancement opportunities

Bonuses

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Blackbird Security is hiring Retail Security Guards in Ottawa, ON to protect assets across a variety of sites. The role emphasizes strong presence, monitoring, and responsive action to incidents while maintaining excellent customer service.

Ideal candidates bring retail security experience, solid communication, and the ability to follow site protocols. We offer training, growth opportunities, and a path for advancement within a rapidly growing national company.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail security preferred.
• Strong communication and observation skills.
• Able to follow strict site procedures.
• Willingness to attend meetings and training.
• Physically able to stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Establish a strong security presence to deter theft.
• Identify, monitor and approach subjects with unpaid merchandise.
• Document theft and security incidents.
• Observe premises, control access and respond to emergencies.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients and patrons.
• Complete incident reports for all security incidents.
• Identify potential security risks and respond accordingly.
• Respond to emergencies and escalate to law enforcement as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Ability to stand for shift

Follow site protocol

Arrests/Detentions experience

Use of Force Certification

Job description

Blackbird Security is hiring Retail Security Guards in Ottawa, ON to protect assets across a variety of sites. The role emphasizes strong presence, monitoring, and responsive action to incidents while maintaining excellent customer service.

Ideal candidates bring retail security experience, solid communication, and the ability to follow site protocols. We offer training, growth opportunities, and a path for advancement within a rapidly growing national company.