Security Guard (starting at $17.50/hour)
Company
Commissionaires Canada
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Talent.com
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Job Description
Join Canada’s Award-Winning Security Solutions Company.
Ready to join the next generation of commissionaires?
Posts vary per contract and may include foot patrols, vehicle patrols, video surveillance/security operations centre, inspections, access control, parking control, technical tasks, reception/admin, by-law enforcement, and so much more.
We’re hiring in Ottawa, throughout the Ottawa Valley, in the Windsor region, throughout Northern Ontario such as Sudbury, North Bay, Elliot Lake, Sault Ste. Marie, Thunder Bay, and Timmins. We’re also hiring in Gatineau, Quebec.
Highly competitive compensation and benefits:
• Salary starting at $17.50/hour
• A generous health and dental plan
• A matching RRSP plan
• Full time, part time and variable work schedules
• Different assignments and career advancement opportunities
• Free training for provincial guard licensing
• Free uniforms
Please send your résumé to
Ready to join the next generation of commissionaires?
Posts vary per contract and may include foot patrols, vehicle patrols, video surveillance/security operations centre, inspections, access control, parking control, technical tasks, reception/admin, by-law enforcement, and so much more.
We’re hiring in Ottawa, throughout the Ottawa Valley, in the Windsor region, throughout Northern Ontario such as Sudbury, North Bay, Elliot Lake, Sault Ste. Marie, Thunder Bay, and Timmins. We’re also hiring in Gatineau, Quebec.
Highly competitive compensation and benefits:
• Salary starting at $17.50/hour
• A generous health and dental plan
• A matching RRSP plan
• Full time, part time and variable work schedules
• Different assignments and career advancement opportunities
• Free training for provincial guard licensing
• Free uniforms
Please send your résumé to
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in Canada as of 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada sets the federal minimum wage at $18.75 per hour effective January 1 2026, though provincial rates for welders range from $20.50 in Nova Scotia to $23.00 in British Columbia. Unionized welders under Red Seal certification earn an average of $35.75 per hour with overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours weekly.
What work permit is required for international welders applying to jobs in Canada in 2026?
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment issued after March 2026, valid for up to three years for Red Seal trades. Applicants must also hold a valid passport and proof of $15,000 CAD in settlement funds for the principal applicant.
What education and experience are needed to qualify as a welder in Canada in 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada requires completion of a 3-year apprenticeship program or equivalent 5,400 hours of on-the-job training plus technical training for Red Seal endorsement. Candidates need a high school diploma or GED and must pass the Red Seal exam with a minimum 70 percent score.
What documents are required when applying for welder positions through the Canadian government portal in 2026?
Applicants must submit a Red Seal certificate, valid trade qualification from a recognized provincial authority, and a Canadian resume formatted to the National Occupational Classification code 72106 via the Job Bank portal by December 2026. Additional documents include a valid driver's license and proof of Canadian work eligibility.
