Full-Time Tactical Security Guard - Educational Facility
Company
GardaWorld
Location
Toronto, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
19 days ago
Via
via GardaWorld Careers - GardaWorld Security
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Job Description
Ready to suit up as a Tactical Campus Security Guard
What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk and act accordingly. Your keen sense of observation and strong social skills are your greatest strengths.
As a Tactical Security Guard, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling a post-secondary institution located at M5B 1Y2 (Downtown Toronto).
What's in it for you?
• Hourly wage of $21.71
• We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Shift schedule: Full-Time, Sunday-Saturday: 0800-2000-0800 (Cont. Rotation)
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Full-time opportunities
• Uniform provided at no cost
Responsibilities for Tactical Campus Security Guard
• Patrol critical areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Check identification and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents and document actions taken
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Handle alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Partner with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Proactively patrol the University campus situated in the downtown core.
• Respond to and document security occurrences, violations, hazards, suspicious activities, maintenance-related problems and other related duties as assigned.
• Participate in on-scene emergency response.
• Interpret and enforce the Criminal Code of Canada, Trespass to Property Act of Ontario and University regulations.
• Work with the community on safety planning and community engagement initiatives.
• Patrol in uniform by foot, bike or vehicle.
• Work with and interact positively in a dynamic team atmosphere based on the principles of Community Policing.
• Liaise and build relationships with the community and stakeholders to help foster community engagement.
• Other duties: This position will assume other duties as assigned on a case-by-case basis that may not be captured here.
Qualifications for Tactical Campus Security Guard
• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Hold a valid Ontario security license
• Ability to stand and walk throughout shift
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR level C certification
• Completion of recognized basic self-defence training program, Criminal Code and Trespass to Property Act powers of arrest.
• Will have proven attitude and performance attributes indicative of a community policing environment.
• Be a self-starter with strong initiative.
• Will have a proven ability to assist and support personnel and divisions.
• Be able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks & responsibilities.
This posting is for a position that is currently vacant within the organization.
This could be more than a job! If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!
Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs. We also have concierge, surveillance and even casual roles available.
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What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk and act accordingly. Your keen sense of observation and strong social skills are your greatest strengths.
As a Tactical Security Guard, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling a post-secondary institution located at M5B 1Y2 (Downtown Toronto).
What's in it for you?
• Hourly wage of $21.71
• We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Shift schedule: Full-Time, Sunday-Saturday: 0800-2000-0800 (Cont. Rotation)
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Full-time opportunities
• Uniform provided at no cost
Responsibilities for Tactical Campus Security Guard
• Patrol critical areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Check identification and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents and document actions taken
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Handle alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Partner with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Proactively patrol the University campus situated in the downtown core.
• Respond to and document security occurrences, violations, hazards, suspicious activities, maintenance-related problems and other related duties as assigned.
• Participate in on-scene emergency response.
• Interpret and enforce the Criminal Code of Canada, Trespass to Property Act of Ontario and University regulations.
• Work with the community on safety planning and community engagement initiatives.
• Patrol in uniform by foot, bike or vehicle.
• Work with and interact positively in a dynamic team atmosphere based on the principles of Community Policing.
• Liaise and build relationships with the community and stakeholders to help foster community engagement.
• Other duties: This position will assume other duties as assigned on a case-by-case basis that may not be captured here.
Qualifications for Tactical Campus Security Guard
• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Hold a valid Ontario security license
• Ability to stand and walk throughout shift
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR level C certification
• Completion of recognized basic self-defence training program, Criminal Code and Trespass to Property Act powers of arrest.
• Will have proven attitude and performance attributes indicative of a community policing environment.
• Be a self-starter with strong initiative.
• Will have a proven ability to assist and support personnel and divisions.
• Be able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks & responsibilities.
This posting is for a position that is currently vacant within the organization.
This could be more than a job! If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!
Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs. We also have concierge, surveillance and even casual roles available.
SSTOR
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