Security Guard - Port Pass / MTSC Required

Paladin Security Group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career advancement within Paladin

Job summary

Paladin Security Group seeks a Security Guard for a Vancouver maritime security assignment. The role focuses on patrolling, traffic direction, access control, and rapid response to incidents within a high-profile port environment.

Requires MTSC/Port Pass, a Class 5 BC driver's license, and strong English communication. Must pass background checks and be able to work outdoors, with open scheduling potential. Paladin emphasizes internal promotion and professional development.

Qualifications

• Valid MTSC / Port Pass clearance.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with a clean driving abstract.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to pass background checks and site clearances as required.

Responsibilities

• Patrolling site property, buildings, perimeter fences, and gates.
• Directing site traffic, including managing truck queuing and staging.
• Managing site access control and confiscating expired, cancelled, or missing credentials.
• Responding promptly to intrusion alarms, property disruptions, and safety incidents.
• Informing client management immediately of any serious incidents or security threats.
• Collaborating with local emergency response agencies and client representatives.
• Writing detailed, accurate, and timely incident reports.
• Participating in site emergency drills, security exercises, and municipal crime prevention initiatives.

Skills

MTSC clearance/Port Pass

Driver's License

English proficiency

Background checks

Job description

Security Guard - Port Pass / MTSC Required

Posted Monday, 10/26/2026

Position Overview

• Title: Security Guard - Port Pass / MTSC Required
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Pay Rate: $22.00 - $23.00 / hour

Site Overview

This role operates within a dynamic marine transport security environment in Vancouver. As part of a high-profile maritime team, you will secure critical site infrastructure, support active port traffic, and maintain overall safety across the property.

What You'll Be Doing

• Patrolling site property, buildings, perimeter fences, and gates on foot and in a security vehicle.
• Directing site traffic, including managing truck queuing and staging on site roadways.
• Managing site access control and confiscating expired, cancelled, or missing credentials.
• Responding promptly to intrusion alarms, property disruptions, and safety incidents.
• Informing client management immediately of any serious incidents or security threats.
• Collaborating with local emergency response agencies and client representatives.
• Writing detailed, accurate, and timely incident reports.
• Participating in site emergency drills, security exercises, and municipal crime prevention initiatives.

Must Haves

• Valid Marine Transportation Security Clearance (MTSC) / Port Pass.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with a clean driving abstract.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform shift duties, including standing, walking outdoors over uneven terrain, and repeatedly entering and exiting a vehicle.
• Ability to pass additional background checks and site clearances as required.

Nice-to-Haves

• Previous experience in marine, port, industrial, or high-profile security environments.
• Open availability for flexible scheduling.
• Working knowledge of non-defensive communication and de-escalation techniques.

What's In It For You?

• Competitive pay rate of $22.00 to $23.00 per hour.
• Hands-on experience in a specialized, high-profile marine contract.
• Clear opportunities for career advancement within a growing security organization that promotes from within.

Why Join Our Team?

Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified 2026 - 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.

Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.

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

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.