Security Guard - Part-Time - Government of Ontario Office (Paladin Security)

Paladin Security; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading security services provider in Toronto is seeking a part-time Corporate Security Guard. The role involves providing security patrols, responding to incidents, and ensuring compliance with property standards. Applicants must have a valid Ontario Security Guard License and at least 2 years of security experience. The position offers opportunities for training and daily pay options.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and professional development

Work today, get paid today—daily pay available

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• 2 years of security experience is a must.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive and reactive security patrols.
• Respond to incidents and write reports.
• Maintain peace and safety on the property.

Skills

Professionalism

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Valid Ontario Security Guard License

Standard First Aid & CPR Lvl C

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!

Position and Details

Position: Corporate Security Guard

Site: 200 Front Street W

City: Toronto

Status: Part-Time

Hours: Saturday & Sunday- 1600-0000

Pay Rate: $19.57/Hr

Internal Opening Date: Sept 25,2025

Internal Closing date: Oct 2,2025

External Closing Date: Oct 9,2025

Job Description

Working on assigned shifts, you will provide proactive and reactive security patrols and respond to incidents. You will be required to write reports and investigate routine incidents, as well as respond to emergencies in a quick and efficient manner. In this role, it is essential that you are physically fit and able to stand and walk for long periods of time.

This site is a Government of Ontario Building.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Providing exceptional service to enhance the customer experience
• Ensuring compliance with the standards, rules, and regulations at the Property
• Be proactive in helping everyone have an outstanding customer experience at the Property
• Perform highly visible patrols of assigned patrol areas/zones (by foot) and positively engage with tenants, guests, visitors, and employees on an ongoing basis
• Maintain strong knowledge of activities and special events at the Property and assist visitors and guests during their visit to the Property
• Normal physical activity characterized by extended periods of walking and standing, periodic sitting, kneeling, bending, and use of basic motor skills.
• Regular keyboarding and record-keeping in written logs required
• Maintain compliance with and enforce property standards, rules, and regulations in a reasonable manner
• Able to use tact and diplomacy in dealings across a range of settings and situations
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid, CPR, or AED support until medical professionals arrive
• Ability to maintain and enforce access control procedures
• Solid understanding of emergency and standard operating procedures
• Deal with trespassers and unauthorized persons found on the property, in a fair and safe manner, by enforcing the Trespass to Property Act
• Assist with Fire & Life Safety inspections
• Maintain a detailed memo book and prepare incident reports on all matters dealt with using a standard report-writing program
• Investigate incidents and occurrences
• Draft detailed incident and occurrence reports
• Maintain the peace, safety, and security of all patrons, and clients on the property
• Monitor CCTV surveillance systems
• De-escalate emergency/crisis situations
• Assist emergency and law enforcement personnel
• Line management, customer service
• Assist with daily operations as needed/required or directed.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a high degree of professionalism
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment both indoors and outdoors as required.
• Must be able to handle stress and pressure and make a sound decision under duress
• Must be comfortable working in a busy highly populated area
• Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence and the ability to work productively and efficiently in a team

Prerequisites

• Legally Authorized to work in Canada
• 2 Years of Security Experience is a must
• Valid Ontario Security Guard License
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR Lvl C
• Proof of Covid Vaccine - 2 Doses

Why choose Paladin?

• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Work today, get paid today—daily pay available

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.

This is a Full-Time position 1st Shift, Monday to Friday - 0830-1630.

Number of Openings for this position: 1