Position Overview

Job Title: Security Guard

Employment Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.93 per hour

Site: Formet Industries

Schedule: Saturday and Sunday, 15:30 to 23:30 (3:30 PM – 11:30 PM)

Overtime Methodology: Averaging Agreement (AA)

Site Overview

Formet Industries is a high-volume automotive manufacturing facility located in St. Thomas, Ontario. Operating in a dynamic industrial setting, this facility adheres to strict international security standards, including the US Homeland Security CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) program. Security guards play a key role in maintaining safety, conducting thorough outdoor and indoor patrols, and managing access for truck traffic, visitors, and contractors.

What You'll Be Doing

- Manage access control at entry points, logging inbound and outbound shipments, visitors, and contractors.

- Operate weight scales and carry out required CTPAT security protocols.

- Perform regular foot patrols of production areas, warehouse space, and outdoor grounds in all weather conditions.

- Monitor security systems and watch for safety hazards, equipment issues, or unauthorized access.

- Respond calmly and effectively to emergency situations, calling first responders when necessary.

- Write clear, detailed, and accurate incident reports and maintain daily logbooks.

- Provide helpful customer service to staff and visitors while professionally upholding site regulations.

Must Haves

- Valid Ontario Security Guard License.

- Valid First Aid and CPR Level C Certification.

- College or University education.

- Legal authorization to work in Canada.

- Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.

- Solid computer skills for logging entries and writing reports.

- Working knowledge of the Trespass to Property Act.

- Demonstrated punctuality, reliability, and the ability to maintain composure under pressure.

Nice-to-Haves





- Previous experience working with CTPAT access control procedures.

- Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

What's In It For You?

- Access to daily pay options ("Work today, get paid today").

- Free uniforms, along with a dry cleaning and tailoring allowance.

- Security license reimbursement.

- Paid vacation and sick time.

- Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.

Why Join Our Team?

Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – 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!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and 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.

Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

📌 Security Guard at Formet Industries (St. Thomas)
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