Security Guard - Full Time - St. Joseph Healthcare (King Campus)

Paladin Security Group Ltd; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent security company in Hamilton seeks a Security Guard to ensure safety within a healthcare setting. The ideal candidate will have a valid Ontario Security Guard License and experience in security or law enforcement. This role involves patrolling, providing security services, and responding to emergencies. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Free Uniforms

Security license reimbursement

Paid vacation & sick days

Work today, get paid today—daily pay available

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Security Guard License & First Aid CPR C certificate.
• Previous experience in healthcare security or law enforcement preferred.
• Clean shaven face to pass an N95.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and protect the campus.
• Provide security services for interior and exterior areas.
• Respond to emergency codes and alarms.
• Conduct investigations and complete logs and reports.

Skills

Proficient in English

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Degree in Police Foundations, Criminology, or related field

Job description

Overview

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!

Job Skills / Requirements

Site Overview: King Campus in Hamilton provides specialized patient-centered care. Security personnel support a safe, welcoming, and professional environment for patients, visitors, and staff across this dynamic healthcare facility.

Position: Security Guard

Site: St. Joseph Healthcare (King Campus)

Hours: Continental Days (1000-2200hrs)

Payrate: $21.42/hr.

Averaging Agreement: Overtime is AA after 88 Hours

Posting Date: Nov 05, 2025

Internal Closing Date: Nov 12, 2025

External Closing Date: Nov 12, 2025

Job Description

• Patrol and protect the aforementioned campus and provide a safe environment for all occupants.
• Provide security services for all interior and exterior areas of the campuses, including but not limited to parking lots and recreational grounds.
• Work with the SJHH Security Manager and delegates to plan and implement various security programs within the campuses. The SJHH Security Manager and Paladin Client Service Manger will be the main contacts for all security services.
• Escort SJHH staff on night and evening shifts to their parked cars.
• Where applicable, operate and staff the security portals.
• Assists staff (clinical and non-clinical) units, patients, visitors, volunteers, contractors, police and other support agencies as required.
• Respond to all emergency codes, panic or personal alarms activated by SJHH staff. Personal alarms will signal that someone onsite requires immediate assistance.
• Provide key and access control as required by SJHH staff in accordance with SJHH policies.
• Conducts patrols and investigations as required, completes logs and reports.
• Operate the Graphic User Interface (GUI), monitor cameras and investigate vandalism, theft, accidents, and other criminal acts that occur on SJHH property.
• Provide parking lot monitoring and support as required by SJHH.
• Follow-up on emergency maintenance issues and incident reporting during off-hours. Such follow up includes contacting SJHH Building Services, on-call personnel, and/or SJHH Site Administrator.
• Use, maintain and care for SJHH security property including keys, identification badges, and two way radios as required.
• Conduct various ground inspections as instructed.
• Participate in all applicable SJHH emergency codes.
• Where applicable, provide ongoing support and issuing of personal alarms as required by SJHH.
• Carries SJH pagers and radio
• Any additional duties and assignments can be requested

Requirements

• A Valid Ontario Security Guard License & Fist AID CPR C certificate
• Proficient in English (both oral and written)
• Degree in Police Foundations, Protection Security and Investigations, Criminology, or Border Services will be an asset
• Previous one year experience in healthcare security, law enforcement, or a related field preferred.
• Able to provide a clean shaven face in order to pass an N95
• Immunization Record (measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, double Covid Vaccination, and TB skin tests 1 and 2)
• Valid First Aid and CPR Level C Certification
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
• Applicants who do not possess these certifications can opt into Paladin's Use of Force (UOF)/Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Please be aware: The UOF/MOAB certification is not paid as it is a pre‑employment requisite; however, Paladin will cover all the costs of the training with a 6‑month commitment to the position/availability

Why choose Paladin?

• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Free Uniforms
• Security license reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Work today, get paid today—daily pay available
• Paid vacation & sick days
• Additional perks

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. 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.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability