Security Guard - Part-Time Afternoons - Government of Ontario Office

Security Guard - Part-Time Afternoons - Government of Ontario Office


Company
Paladin Security Group Ltd
Location
Toronto, ON
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via LinkedIn

Job Description
Overview Job Skills / Requirements
• Position:** Security Guard
• City:** Toronto
• Status:** Part-Time
• Hours:** Saturday & Sunday- 1600-0000
• Pay Rate:** $20.16/Hr
• Internal Opening Date:** April 22 2026
• Internal Closing date:** April 29 2026
• External Closing Date:** May 6 2026

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
• Deliver exceptional customer service and proactively enhance the overall experience for tenants, guests, and visitors
• Enforce property standards, rules, regulations, and access control procedures with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy
• Conduct highly visible foot patrols, engage positively with the public, and maintain awareness of property activities and special events
• Maintain safety and security by monitoring CCTV, responding to incidents, de-escalating crises, and addressing trespassing or unauthorized access
• Respond to medical and emergency situations, providing first aid, CPR, or AED support until emergency services arrive
• Assist emergency services and law enforcement, including participation in fire and life safety inspections
• Investigate incidents and occurrences, maintain detailed logs and memo books, and prepare accurate incident and occurrence reports
• Support daily operations and line management activities as required

Qualifications
• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol by foot or vehicle for extended periods (8–12 hours)
• Minimum of 2 years of prior security experience; physical and/or office security experience is an asset
• Strong professionalism, attention to detail, observational awareness, and decision-making under pressure
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with full fluency in English
• Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and ability to work effectively in a team
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, indoor and outdoor, high-traffic environments
• Ability to manage stress, handle conflict, and maintain composure in emergency situations

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
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Free Uniforms
• Security license reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Additional perks
• Work today, get paid today—daily pay available

Additional Information / Benefits

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!

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.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays

Frequently Asked Questions

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As per the Government of Canada, the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff in federally regulated workplaces is $17.75 per hour effective January 1, 2026. Ontario sets the provincial rate at $17.20 per hour from October 1, 2025, requiring time-and-a-half pay after 44 hours weekly. Employers must pay this rate to all cleaning staff including part-time and contract workers without exception.
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As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international applicants need a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with a Labour Market Impact Assessment approved before April 2026. Cleaning staff positions qualify under NOC code 65310 with processing times of 8 weeks for online applications. Permits are issued for up to 2 years and require proof of $15,000 in settlement funds.
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