Rapid Response Guard - Full Time (Temporary) - Hamilton - Vehicle Required Job Listing at Paladin Security in Hamilton, Ontario, ON (Job ID 790529)

Description

Overview

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!

Job Skills / Requirements

Position: TemporaryFull-Time Rapid Response Guard (July 07, 2025 to Dec 15, 2025)
Site: Various Sites under Hamilton Branch
Hours: Continental Days (0700-1900 hrs)
Payrate: $18/hr. - $21.50/hr. "varies according to the site"
Averaging Agreement: Overtime is Averaging Agreement after 88 hours
Posting Date: June 23, 2025
Internal Posting Closing Date: June 30, 2025
External Posting Closing Date: June 30, 2025

Job Overview:

This position offers the opportunity to work at various sites across the Hamilton Region, including hospitals, retail stores, shipping ports, manufacturing and industrial facilities, office buildings, and residential properties. The role requires adaptability, as site assignments change daily.

Job Description:

• Working on assigned shifts at different sites in Hamilton Region.
• You will provide proactive and reactive security patrols and response to incidents.
• Display excellent customer service skills and be able to work with people who are under stress or in need of medical assistance.
• In this role, it is essential that you are physically fit and able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Perform a variety of preventative and reactive duties to include, but not limited to interior and exterior patrols within the hospital as well as exterior of all buildings and areas of the organization.
• Provide Use of Force/Restraint as required and directed under the Mental Health Act
• Provide security escort service to staff and visitors as requested.
• Provide motor vehicle assistance to staff and or visitors as required.
• Accountable for keeping accurate logs and notebook entries of all shift activity and calls for service.
• Accountable to write accurate reports upon investigations or reportable occurrences in timely manner upon completion of occurrence.
• Investigate and follow-up of incidents, report writing, door opening requests, CCTV camera reviews.
• Security Guards shall warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary.
• Responsible for all office duties (i.e. ID badges, key distribution, lost and found etc.)

Requirements:

1. A Valid Ontario Security Guard License & First Aid CPR C Certificate
2. Proficient in English (both oral and written)
3. Degree in Police Foundations, Protection Security and Investigations, Criminology, or Border Services would be an asset
4. Immunization Record (measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, Covid Vaccination, and TB skin tests 1 and 2)
5. A reliable personal vehicle is required
6. Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UoF) and Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB)
7. Minimum 1 year of experience working in security
8. Legally Authorized to work fulltime in Canada

Why choose Paladin?  

• Opportunities for training and professional development. 
• Competitive salary and benefits package. 
• Free Uniforms  
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (All)

Standard First Aid, CPR Level C
Valid Ontario Security License
Immunization Record for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella and two step TB skin test
COVID Double Vaccinated

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. 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 applicants that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

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

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