Security Guard

INTRODUCTION

Commissionaires Great Lakes (CGL) is a private, not‑for‑profit organization founded in 1925 on a mandate that prioritizes providing meaningful employment for veterans and others committed to the well‑being of Canadians primarily in security guard and related services. Spanning Central and Southwestern Ontario, our services are customized to respond to the dynamic and evolving security needs of both private and public sector clients.

These include uniformed guard, mobile response and support services, by‑law enforcement and identification services.

We are currently seeking a Commissionaire to join our growing team. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Your commitment to serving the needs of our clients and employees will encourage client and employee loyalty and enhance our organization’s success.

• Ensure access control is followed, and client property is secured
• Ensure that the gate/reception desk is always monitored
• Escort visitors as required
• Monitor CCTV equipment
• Respond to alarms and utilize alarm panels
• Assist employees, clients, and visitors
• Maintain a positive attitude and professional working relationships with employees, visitors, and clients
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and deportment
• Must be able to rotate between East and South gates
• Complete daily logs and reports as necessary
• Other duties as may be required by the client or site supervisor

• MUST have Ontario Security Guard License
• MUST have a valid First Aid and CPR certificate
• MUST have access to personal vehicle, this will be used for patrol duties; mileage will be reimbursed
• MUST have full G class license
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Strong understanding of computers and security related principles
• Ability to stand/sit for long periods
• Must be able to handle confidential information with a high level of discretion
• Must be able to make quick, sound decisions in emergency response situations with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work alone while maintaining a high level or service to the client is essential
• Demonstrated ability to multi‑task and perform in stressful situations

• Medical and Dental
• Employee assistance program
• Family assistance program
• Coaching and counselling support

• Rate of Pay: $20.18 per hour
• Working Hours:
  • Week 1:
    Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday (1900 - 0700 hrs)
  • Week 2:
    Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday (1900 - 0700 hrs)
• Location:
  
  400 Chisholm Drive, Milton, Ontario

As a front‑line representative of our company and client’s site you must be highly reliable, work well under pressure, able to work with minimal supervision, have the ability to multitask and be a professional who takes pride in your dress, deportment and performance at all times.

We would like to thank all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Commissionaires Great Lakes (CGL) is fully committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds of relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time.