Security Guards (City of Nanaimo, Vancouver Island).

Paladin Security; Nanaimo; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading security services company in Nanaimo is looking for Security Guards to provide exceptional service at various sites. Candidates should have strong communication skills, a valid security license, and be physically fit. The role involves patrols, incident reporting, and first aid as needed. This position offers a flexible schedule with competitive hourly wages and benefits including medical insurance and paid vacation.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Qualifications

• 6 months Security Experience is an asset and/or 6 months customer experience is an asset.
• Valid security licence is required.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Physical fitness: ability to walk for prolonged hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to clients, tenants, and patrons.
• Write detailed reports, including incidents and daily activities.
• Conduct regular foot patrols to ensure safety and security.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Strong observational skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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

We are currently accepting applications for Security Guards to join our Various Sites: mobile patrol, retail, events, supportive housing and more. This position requires strong social perceptiveness and customer service skills. Sometimes, it may be physically demanding due to the size of the property and requires applicants to be able to work- Morning, days, nights and/or weekends.

Wage: $19.50 - $21 per hour (site dependent).

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and assistance and sustain effective relationships with clients, tenants and patrons
• Write clear and detailed reports including incident, emergency, liability and day to day reports
• Watch for and report irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations and contact emergency responders as required
• Provide first aid and medical response when required to any person(s)
• Perform regular foot patrols to ensure personnel, building and equipment security
• Utilize two way radios and computer applications to communicate site activates
• Exercise crowd control and evict trespassers

Core Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• A strong working knowledge of non-violent crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
• Strong observational skills
• Ability to make immediate decisions, while maintaining composure in emergency response situations with minimal supervision

Job Requirements

• 6 months Security Experience is an asset and/or 6 months customer experience is an asset
• Valid security licence is required
• Valid OFA 1 or higher is an asset
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
• Physical fitness: ability to walk for prolonged hours (most sites)
• Class 5 or Class 7 N BC Driving License is an asset for Mobile Patrol
• Legally Authorized to work in Canada

Education Requirements

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements

Valid BC Security Licence

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, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days

This is a As Needed position

Paladin Security is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.