Why Paragon?

Paragon Security, Canada’s largest family-owned security company, is uniquely designed to ensure our guards succeed. Your success is our success.

Are you looking for a career in the security industry? A steppingstone into the world of policing? A place to call home while you upgrade your education? Be a part of a winning team, click Apply Now and join the Paragon family today!

Benefits:

- Competitive pay
- Career advancement opportunities
- Continuous support from a Career Centre representative to ensure success
- Life, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company wide Recognition Program
- Overtime Pay

Position Overview:

- Position: Security Guard (full-time and part-time available)
- Location: Durham Region, Scarborough East, Pickering, Oshawa, Ajax, Whitby, and other locations
- Site Type: Commercial and Retail Properties
- Schedule: Days, Evenings and overnights
- Hours: 24 to 44 per week
- Salary: $18.00 - $18.36/HR starting

Role and Responsibilities:

- Patrol assigned areas to prevent and detect signs of unauthorized entry or activity
- Monitor surveillance cameras and alarms to ensure the security of the premises
- Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify potential security risks
- Respond to alarms and investigate disturbances
- Write detailed incident reports and maintain accurate records of any security-related incidents
- Collaborate with local law enforcement agencies when necessary
- Provide excellent customer service by assisting visitors and employees with inquiries or concerns
- Enforce company policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment

Minimum Requirements:

- Must hold a valid Ontario Security Guard Licence
- Must hold a vald Ontario G Class Driver Licence
- Must be available to work all shifts i.e., Days/nights/evenings/rotations
- Standard First Aid & CPR Level C




- Possesses a high level of integrity and credibility
- Strong team player, ability to achieve superior customer service for the client and business units
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and Working knowledge of computer application skill
- Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- General knowledge of Health and Safety practices
- Ability to analyze and interpret the needs of clients and offer the appropriate options, solutions, and resolutions required
- Police Foundations or related law enforcement post-secondary program graduates preferred
- Working knowledge of Provincial Offences Act, Criminal Code of Canada, fire prevention, crowd management techniques, crime scene preservation and basic investigative techniques

This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Not qualified for this position? Please return to our company’s Indeed profile and apply to another role!

https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Paragon-Security-1/jobs

"Paragon Security is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request and all reasonable measures will be taken to accommodate the needs of the applicant through the interview process and while employed.”

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Versatile schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- What is your home postal code?
- How many hours can you work per week?
- What are your means of transportation (Public Transit or Vehicle)?

Experience:
- Security Guard: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- Ontario Security Guard License (required)
- Diploma in Police Foundations or Law Enforcement programs (preferred)
- Ontario G Class Driver Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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