Security Guard - Port Pass / MTSC Required

Paladin Security; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place To Work Certified 2026

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Paladin Security in Vancouver is seeking experienced Security Officers for a Marine Transport Security environment. This full-time role requires MTSC clearance and a valid Class 5 BC driver's license, with strong customer service orientation.

Key duties include patrolling sites, managing traffic and access control, responding to alarms, and coordinating with emergency services. The position offers career progression within Paladin Security and a chance to work on a high-profile site contract.

Qualifications

• Calm demeanor in all situations, including emergencies and incidents.
• Proficient knowledge of security procedures, handling violent behaviors, and non-defensive communication.
• Ability to follow, understand, and enforce safety codes, regulations, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Patrol site property, buildings, fences, and gates by vehicle and on foot.
• Manage traffic on site roadways and queueing for trucks.
• Control access and confiscate missing or expired badges.
• Respond to intrusion alarms and disruptions on site property.
• Inform client of serious incidents and coordinate with emergency services.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Security procedures

Professional appearance

Driver's license

Job description

Security Guard - Port Pass / MTSC Required(Paladin Security)

We are currently looking for experienced Security Officers to work in a dynamic Marine Transport Security environment. We are looking to fill full-time positions and preference will be given to applicants with an open availability.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing and able to pass additional security clearances; this position requires a valid Marine Transportation Security Clearance (MTSC)
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with a clean driving abstract
• Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and customer service orientation
• Physically capable of completing all aspects of the assigned duties, including but not limited to standing and walking for long periods, patrolling outdoors over uneven ground, and getting in and out of a vehicle repeatedly throughout the shift

JOB DUTIES:

• Patrolling all site property, buildings, fences, and gates using a Paladin vehicle and on foot
• Traffic management on site roadways, including truck queuing / staging as required
• Access control, including confiscating cancelled, expired, or missing badges
• Respond to intrusion alarms and disruptions involving site property
• Immediately informing the client of any serious incident or threat of an incident
• Coordinating with the client and all emergency agencies responsible for the enforcement of criminal and environmental statutes
• Providing the client with regular and timely incident reports
• Participate in training, planning, and execution of site security and emergency drills and exercises
• Participating in crime prevention initiatives identified by the client in conjunction with local municipalities
• Other duties as required to meet operational needs

Candidates best suited to work within this contract will be those who are striving for career progression within the security industry. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to gain exposure to a high-profile site contract, allowing candidates to obtain valuable experience and knowledge to support career advancement within the company.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Calm demeanor in all situations, including emergencies and incidents
• Ability to detect problems and communicate information to the appropriate personnel
• Proficient knowledge of security procedures, handling violent behaviors, and non-defensive communication
• Ability to follow, understand, and enforce safety codes, regulations, and procedures
• Professional appearance and strong deportment in public-facing roles

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified 2026 - Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we

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.