Security Guard at Markham Stouffville Hospital

Paladin Security; Markham; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid vacation

Job summary

Paladin Security is seeking a Security Guard for Markham Stouffville Hospital in Markham, Ontario. This full-time, on-site position offers a wage of CA$19.38 to CA$21.80 per hour, based on leveling. The role includes rotating shifts and day coverage, with overtime calculated after 88 hours.

The job requires English fluency, legal eligibility to work in Canada, and immunization compliance. UOF and MOAB certifications (or willingness to complete Paladin training) are preferred, with additional

Qualifications

• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Complete immunization records including MMR, Varicella, two COVID-19 doses, and a two-step TB test.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• Ability to pass N95 mask fit testing (clean-shaven).
• Possession or willingness to complete Paladin's training: UOF and MOAB.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular patrols of hospital premises.
• Monitor security cameras, alarms, and entry points; restrict unauthorized access.
• Respond to emergencies, assist medical staff during incidents.
• Greet patients, visitors and staff; provide directions and enforce safety policies.
• De-escalate conflicts using professional communication; document incidents.
• Collaborate with hospital staff and emergency services to maintain safety.

Skills

Fluency in English

Education

Post-secondary education in Police Foundations, Protection Security and Investigations, Criminology, or Border Services

Job description

Security Guard at Markham Stouffville Hospital

Full-time Markham, Ontario On-site CA$19.38 - CA$21.80/hr

Position Overview

Title: Security Guard
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $19.38 - $21.80 per hour (based on levelling system)
Site: Markham Stouffville Hospital
Schedule: Position 1: Rotating Continental (0700-1900 / 1900-0700) | Position 2: Continental Day (0700-1900)
Overtime Methodology: Averaging agreement after 88 hours

Site Overview

Markham Stouffville Hospital is a busy community healthcare facility providing acute care, emergency, and specialized services. Security guards play an essential role in keeping patients, staff, and visitors safe by delivering responsive customer service, managing site safety, and providing critical emergency support.

What You'll Be Doing

Conduct regular patrols of hospital premises, including hallways, patient care areas, entrances, and parking lots.

Monitor security cameras, alarm systems, and entry points to restrict unauthorized access to secure areas.

Respond quickly to emergencies, including medical calls, fire alarms, and safety concerns, assisting medical staff during incidents.

Greet patients, visitors, and staff warmly, providing directions and guiding them on hospital safety policies.

De-escalate tense situations and resolve conflicts using professional communication skills.

Document daily shift activities, incident reports, and safety concerns accurately.

Collaborate with hospital staff and local emergency services to maintain a safe healthcare environment.

Must Haves

Complete immunization records, including Mumps, Measles, Rubella, Varicella, two doses of COVID-19 vaccine, and a two-step TB skin test.

Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Legal authorization to work in Canada.

Ability to be clean-shaved to pass N95 mask fit testing.

Valid Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certifications, or willingness to complete Paladin's free training program prior to onboarding.

Nice-to-Haves

One year of experience in security or law enforcement.

Post-secondary education in Police Foundations, Protection Security and Investigations, Criminology, or Border Services.

What's In It For You?

Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, and long-term disability.

Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.

Free uniforms with dry cleaning and tailoring allowances.

Flexible daily pay option (work today, get paid today).

Free training programs and clear paths for internal promotion.

Why Join Our Team?

Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified 2026 - Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE !

The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.