Part Time Security Guard - Ontario Court of Justice (Downtown Toronto)
Company
Paladin Security
Location
Toronto, ON (+7 others)
Job Type
Part-time
Salary
$19.10 an hour
Posted
5 days ago
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via Career Beacon
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Job Description
Position: Part-Time Security Guard
Site: Ontario Court Of Justice - (Downtown, Toronto) - 10 Armoury Street, Toronto, ON M7A 0B9
Hours: Part-Time Sat & Sun12:00 - 00:00
Pay rate: | $19.10
Posting Date: April 27 2026
Internal Closing Date: May 4 2026
Closing Date: May 11 2026
Site Description: This is a Courthouse building located in the heart of downtown Toronto. This state-of-the-art facility is a new build and offers a highly advanced technological setting.
Job Description: The on-site security personnel will provide a variety of services, implementing the Courthouse's security objectives according to policies and procedures which may include but are not limited to the following general tasks:
• Protect the safety of persons and their belongings on Courthouse property
• Prevent and minimize fire, theft, vandalism, criminal damage, and trespass on Courthouse property
• Parking enforcement: including but not limited to the tagging/towing of unauthorized vehicles, calling out contractors for snow removal.
• Minor parking gate access repairs and/or unjamming of mechanisms
• Prohibit entry into secure areas of the Courthouse by anyone other than authorized persons determined by an authorized Courthouse administrator.
• Complete interior and exterior patrol rounds of the Courthouse including documentation of conditions/safety concerns and weather reports as required.
• Enforcement of the Courthouse's smoke-free property policies
• Monitor security consoles (access control, secure elevator, and CCTV video monitors)
• Visitor and employee identification verifications
• Respond to alarms
• Complete incident reports, logs, and daily operating reports
• Issue and control access cards and keys to personnel, contractors, and visitors when required
• Lock and unlock doors as scheduled or required
• Report any unusual incidents or hazardous conditions
• Maintain a log of security incidents and report occurrences
• Document, secure, and manage lost and found property and property safekeeping
• Security personnel will provide safety escort services to emergency contractors on Courthouse property when required
• Advise Courthouse staff immediately of any notifiable incidents
• Assist TPS with the management of any aggressive visitors (physically and verbally)
• Attend every event or incident, which they reasonably consider may jeopardize the security of the Facility and provide a high level of customer service.
• Assist TPS with the management of illicit substances and or weapons; securing the location of any found items, while awaiting TPS.
• Document all events in a notebook or electronic incident report
• Other duties as required/requested
Why choose Paladin?
• Opportunities for advancement and growth
• Unionized benefits (including Education Allowance & Pension Plan)
• Additional perks!
• Work today, get paid today—daily pay available
Qualifications
First Aid/CPR
Site: Ontario Court Of Justice - (Downtown, Toronto) - 10 Armoury Street, Toronto, ON M7A 0B9
Hours: Part-Time Sat & Sun12:00 - 00:00
Pay rate: | $19.10
Posting Date: April 27 2026
Internal Closing Date: May 4 2026
Closing Date: May 11 2026
Site Description: This is a Courthouse building located in the heart of downtown Toronto. This state-of-the-art facility is a new build and offers a highly advanced technological setting.
Job Description: The on-site security personnel will provide a variety of services, implementing the Courthouse's security objectives according to policies and procedures which may include but are not limited to the following general tasks:
• Protect the safety of persons and their belongings on Courthouse property
• Prevent and minimize fire, theft, vandalism, criminal damage, and trespass on Courthouse property
• Parking enforcement: including but not limited to the tagging/towing of unauthorized vehicles, calling out contractors for snow removal.
• Minor parking gate access repairs and/or unjamming of mechanisms
• Prohibit entry into secure areas of the Courthouse by anyone other than authorized persons determined by an authorized Courthouse administrator.
• Complete interior and exterior patrol rounds of the Courthouse including documentation of conditions/safety concerns and weather reports as required.
• Enforcement of the Courthouse's smoke-free property policies
• Monitor security consoles (access control, secure elevator, and CCTV video monitors)
• Visitor and employee identification verifications
• Respond to alarms
• Complete incident reports, logs, and daily operating reports
• Issue and control access cards and keys to personnel, contractors, and visitors when required
• Lock and unlock doors as scheduled or required
• Report any unusual incidents or hazardous conditions
• Maintain a log of security incidents and report occurrences
• Document, secure, and manage lost and found property and property safekeeping
• Security personnel will provide safety escort services to emergency contractors on Courthouse property when required
• Advise Courthouse staff immediately of any notifiable incidents
• Assist TPS with the management of any aggressive visitors (physically and verbally)
• Attend every event or incident, which they reasonably consider may jeopardize the security of the Facility and provide a high level of customer service.
• Assist TPS with the management of illicit substances and or weapons; securing the location of any found items, while awaiting TPS.
• Document all events in a notebook or electronic incident report
• Other duties as required/requested
Why choose Paladin?
• Opportunities for advancement and growth
• Unionized benefits (including Education Allowance & Pension Plan)
• Additional perks!
• Work today, get paid today—daily pay available
Qualifications
First Aid/CPR
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for security guards working in federally regulated industries in Canada during 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada sets the federal minimum wage at $18.75 per hour as of January 1 2026 for security guards in sectors like airports and ports. Overtime pay is required at 1.5 times the rate after 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week. Security guards must receive this rate regardless of contract type.
Do international applicants need a specific work permit to apply for security guard positions in Canada in 2026?
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program for non-residents seeking security guard jobs. Applicants must have a job offer from a licensed employer and an LMIA approval dated after March 2026. Processing takes 4 to 8 weeks with fees of $155 CAD.
What education and licensing are required to qualify for security guard jobs in Canada starting 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada states applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent plus completion of a 40-hour approved security guard training course. A valid provincial security license issued after a criminal record check is mandatory in all provinces. No prior experience is required for entry-level roles.
Which documents are needed to apply for a security guard position through Service Canada in 2026?
Service Canada requires a completed application form a valid government-issued photo ID a security license and proof of training certification dated within the last 12 months. Applicants must also submit a recent criminal record check from the RCMP dated no older than 3 months. Digital uploads are accepted via the Job Bank portal.
