Security Guard - Day Shifts

Allied Universal; London; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Paid training and development programs

Job summary

A leading security services provider is hiring a Security Guard for day shifts in London, Ontario. This full-time role requires a valid Ontario security license, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage incidents and ensure safety in various situations. Responsibilities include access control, patrols, and maintaining security equipment. The company offers career advancement opportunities and comprehensive health and dental benefits. Join a dynamic team and help create a safe environment for all.

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario security guard license.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada for 40 hours per week.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Access control for the facility/area.
• Present a polished, professional, customer-friendly image.
• Manage conflicts and incidents and de-escalate.
• Patrol and follow protocols as per the post orders.
• Ensure safety and emergency procedures are followed.
• Undertake site-specific training.
• Demonstrate good judgment and decision-making.
• Meticulous record-keeping and report writing.
• Operate security room equipment.
• Perform vehicle patrols.

Skills

Familiarity with access control systems and alarms

Experience with report writing and note-taking

Knowledge of CCTV monitoring systems

First Aid and CPR – Level C

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Overview

We are North America’s leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. Allied Universal is a culture that fosters a promote-from-within philosophy, with numerous individuals who began as security professionals now holding senior leadership positions. We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance, company discounts, and more for most full‑time positions. Start your phenomenal career with Allied Universal today!

Job Description

Job Title: Security Guard – Day Shifts
Job Location: London, ON
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $19.50 per hour
Shifts: Monday to Thursday, 08:30 – 18:30

Requirements

• Familiarity with access control systems and alarms.
• Experience with report writing and note‑taking.
• Knowledge of CCTV monitoring systems.
• Valid Ontario security guard license.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada for 40 hours per week.
• First Aid and CPR – Level C.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent (or equivalent work experience).

Specific Duties Performed and Essential Functions

• Access control for the facility/area.
• Present a polished, professional, customer‑friendly image at all times.
• Manage conflicts and incidents and de‑escalate.
• Patrol and follow protocols as per the post orders, which may include indoor or outdoor patrols.
• Ensure that the facility’s safety and emergency procedures are followed in response to fire alarms and other site emergencies.
• Undertake site‑specific training and follow direction and guidance from Site Supervisor or Manager.
• Demonstrate good judgment, common sense, and decision‑making ability, particularly when required to take charge and direct others in emergencies or other incidents.
• Meticulous record‑keeping, report writing, observation skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Operate/monitor security room equipment including but not limited to computers, CCTV cameras, radio, etc.
• Perform in‑car/vehicle patrols.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Paid training and development programs.

Disclaimer

As part of our standard hiring process, all candidates being considered for employment with Allied Universal are required to undergo a background check. This background check may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, employment verification, education verification, and professional references.

Closing

Allied Universal® is an inclusive and equitable employer, encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.

Requisition ID: 2025-1499232