Security Guard Casual

Allied Universal; Surrey; On-site; CAD 27,552 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Paid training and career development

Opportunities for advancement

Supportive team environment

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Guard (Casual) in Surrey, BC, to protect client property, personnel and assets while delivering exceptional customer service. The role requires monitoring systems, responding to incidents, and performing regular patrols in a retail environment. Must be dependable, detail-oriented and able to stay calm under pressure.

Location: Surrey, BC. Pay Rate: $20.00-21.00/hour. Schedule: Various - Casual Shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years security experience or equivalent in a commercial setting.
• CCTV monitoring experience required.
• Valid BC Security Worker Licence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Able to stay calm and make quick decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Monitor client property to ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Conduct regular patrols and respond to alarms/incidents.
• Monitor CCTV and security systems for issues.
• Control site access and verify authorized entry.
• Prepare incident reports and daily activity logs.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Observation

Communication

Education

BC Security Worker Licence

Post-secondary education asset

Tools

CCTV monitoring

Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

Job description

Overview

Company Overview:

We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from within culture. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career as Security Professionals and today hold positions on our senior leadership team. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full‑time positions!

Start your phenomenal career with Allied Universal today!

Job Description

Security Guard (Casual)

Allied Universal® is seeking a professional and customer-focused Security Guard to join our team in Surrey, BC in a Retail Environment !

In this role, you will be responsible for protecting client property, personnel, and assets while delivering exceptional customer service. You will monitor security systems, respond to incidents, conduct patrols, and ensure all security procedures and client protocols are followed.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail‑oriented, and able to remain calm under pressure while exercising sound judgment in both routine and emergency situations.

Location: Surrey, BCPay Rate: $20.00-21.00/hour Schedule: Various - Casual Shifts

Must be available for the following:Morning - 7:00am-3:30pm / evening - 3pm-11:30pm / graveyard 11pm-7:30am

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor client property to ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Conduct regular patrols of the site and respond to alarms and incidents.
• Monitor CCTV and security systems to identify and respond to security concerns.
• Control access to the site and verify authorized entry.
• Respond to emergencies, incidents, and security breaches in a professional and timely manner.
• Prepare detailed and accurate incident reports and daily activity logs.
• Communicate effectively with clients, visitors, emergency responders, and internal teams.
• Escalate critical incidents to supervisors in accordance with company procedures.
• Follow all Allied Universal® and client policies, procedures, and site‑specific directives.
• Provide outstanding customer service while maintaining a professional presence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of security experience, preferably in a commercial, control room, dispatch, or high‑profile environment.
• Previous CCTV monitoring experience is required.
• Valid BC Security Worker Licence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong observation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable working in a diverse and multicultural workplace.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays as required.

Education & Experience

• Post‑secondary education or relevant security certifications are considered an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience, preferably in security, dispatch, or a control centre environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent sitting, standing, bending, speaking, and using computers.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to climb stairs when required.
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to maintain focus and professionalism in high‑pressure situations.

Why Join Allied Universal?

• Competitive hourly wage
• Paid training and career development opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement within a global security leader
• Supportive team environment
• Comprehensive benefits (where applicable)

Allied Universal® is an equal opportunity employer.

As part of our standard hiring process, all candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check, which may include criminal, employment, education, and professional reference verification.