Security Guard - Casual Fort Nelson

Paladin Security; Fort Nelson; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading security company in Fort Nelson is seeking Security Officers for on-call positions. You will perform responsibilities such as controlling access, conducting patrols, and responding to alarms. Candidates should possess a valid BC Security Worker License, strong customer service skills, and availability for various shifts. This role offers a starting pay rate of $23.00/hour and many perks including career development opportunities. Join a team committed to providing a safer environment!

Benefits

Uniform provided at no cost

Opportunities for career growth

Access to continuing education

Extended health and dental benefits

Supportive team environment

Advancement opportunities within security

Qualifications

• Reliable vehicle and BC Class 5 driver's license required.
• Availability for various shifts including nights and weekends.
• Physical ability to stand or patrol for the majority of an 8-hour shift.

Responsibilities

• Control access to the facility and conduct regular foot patrols.
• Provide excellent customer service and write detailed reports.
• Respond to alarms and communicate with emergency services.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Strong English communication

Problem-solving skills

Basic technology skills

Education

Valid BC Security Worker License

Legal authorization to work in Canada

Job description

Overview

We are currently looking for Security Officers in Fort Nelson for our Casual / On-Call team, where you'll be a key first responder for short-notice or short-term assignment during the days or nights.

Job Skills / Requirements

This is an as-needed position, with an immediate opening for a full-time night shift (2200 - 0600h) position, and various shifts on weekends.

What’s in it for you?

• Shifts: Based on the duration of each shift
• Payrate: $23.00/hour (site dependent)
• Perks:
  • Uniform provided at no cost
  • Opportunities for career growth in the security field
  • Access to continuing education through Paladin University
  • Employees who are working full-time are eligible to enrol to extended health and dental benefits
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for advancement within the security industry

Responsibilities

• Controlling access to the facility
• Regular foot patrols
• Providing excellent customer service
• Writing detailed incident reports
• De-escalating potentially violent situations
• Responding to alarms and emergency requests
• Communicating with colleagues, clients, emergency responders, and the general public
• Reporting unusual activity, property damage, security breaches, etc. to our Operations Centre and emergency services
• Other duties as required to meet operational needs

You’ll be a great fit if you have:

• A valid BC Security Worker License
• Reliable vehicle for shelter and BC Class 5 driver's license
• Open availability during weekdays, evening and graveyard shifts
• Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills
• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written
• A passion for being active, since your patrols may be indoors or outdoors, in all weather conditions, and can include stairwells, uneven surfaces, and parkades
• Physical ability to stand and/or patrol for the majority of a shift (8‑hours average)
• Confidence interacting verbally with team members, client personnel, members of the public, and emergency services
• Some experience in security would be an asset, but other experience in customer service or volunteering can still help you succeed!
• Confidence approaching and leading in emergency situations, including trauma, aggression, intoxication, bodily fluids, etc.
• A keen eye for watching and reporting irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations
• Basic skills in utilizing technology, including writing reports on a computer, tracking patrols in a smartphone, and communicating via two‑way radio
• Legal authorization to work in Canada

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security: 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.

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

This is an As Needed position