Temporary Security Officer - Vancouver - Casual

Commissionaires BC; Vancouver; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking a Temporary Security Officer in Vancouver. The role involves conducting patrols, maintaining logs, and responding to emergencies. Ideal candidates will possess a Basic Security License and an OFA 1 Certificate, along with strong customer service skills. This position offers competitive hourly wages, health and dental benefits, and training to help you succeed in your role, making it a great stepping stone into a law enforcement career.

Benefits

Health & dental benefits

Free uniforms

Training to succeed

Qualifications

• Must have a basic security license.
• Reside in Canada for a minimum of 5 years for clearance.
• OFA 1 Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Perform interior patrols and conduct daily resident counts.
• Maintain official logs and count sheets.
• Write daily logs and reports of incidents.
• Enforce and maintain resident curfews.
• Respond to and resolve emergency situations.

Skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Multi-tasking

Calm under pressure

Education

Basic Security License

OFA 1 Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Commissionaires BC is currently recruiting for a Temporary Security Officer to work at one of our sites in Vancouver.

Rotation: Saturday and Sunday, 2230 to 0630 (January 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026)

Payrate: $21.67/hour

Some of your responsibilities include:

• Performing interior patrols and conducting daily resident counts
• Maintaining official visitor and resident logs, count sheets, and resident sign-in/out sheets
• Writing clear and concise daily logs and reports of all incidents
• Enforcing and maintaining resident curfews
• Proactively responding to and resolving emergency situations and conflicts
• Provide first aid in a prompt, accessible, and appropriate manner
• Effectively communicating problems or concerns to the Site Supervisor;
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of site duties and safety standards.

Your Must – Haves …

• Basic Security License
• Residing in Canada for a minimum of 5 years for clearance purposes
• OFA 1 Certificate

You’re a good fit if…

• Demonstrated interest and experience in serving the public
• Positive and professional attitude, with strong customer service skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, and equipment such as faxes and photocopiers
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle emergency situations in a calm and professional manner
• Strong multi-tasking, prioritizing, and organizational skills
• Physically fit and assertive, including the ability to conduct extensive foot patrols
• Fluent English written, verbal and reading skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Gain valuable experience as a stepping stone into a law enforcement career
• Competitive hourly wages
• Health & dental benefits
• Free uniforms
• Training to succeed in your role

Our Story

Commissionaires BC is a Canadian, not-for-profit security/enforcement organization that has been in business since 1927. Our mandate is to give back to those who served and continue to serve in our communities and country.

Commissionaires is the leading supplier of security services for the federal government. From access control and front desk security, to 24/7 control room operations, we provide high-level security services to our federal clients.