Security Spare Guard - Kitchener

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.

POSITION SUMMARY

Job type:   Security/Access Control

Reports to : Site Supervisor/Regional Manager

Anticipated start date : TBA

Posting Close Date : Until filled

Hourly Rate of Pay :  $26.20hr (NMSO CM level 2 Use of Force)

Hours of work : 0800-1630 (8.5 Hours)(.5 hour Meal Breaks)

Shifts :   This is a backfill position. The selected candidate must be available to work Monday -Friday 0800-1630

Location : 15 Duke St, Kitchener, Ontario

Accessible by Transit : Yes

Uniform: White Shirt, Dress pants, Use of Force equipment black footwear (CM)

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

- Ensure access control policies and procedures are followed and client property is secured

- Monitor CCTV cameras and alarm systems

- Maintain positive attitude and professional working relationships with employees, visitors and clients

- Complete site reporting requirements, daily logs and written reports

- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and deportment

- Maintain effective communication

- Respond to alarms and calls for assistance

- Provide assistance to employees, clients and visitors

- Regular interior foot patrols

- Make sure the Security Desk is always monitored

- Able to operate a computer with email and Microsoft Office systems

- Other duties as may be required by the client or site supervisor

Required Education, Qualifications and Experience:

- Mandatory*  - Use of Force certification.

- *Mandatory*  - Must hold a Valid Ontario Security Guard License.

- *Mandatory* – Valid WSIB accredited First Aid and CPR certificate

- *Mandatory* – Full G class license and Clean Drivers Abstract

- *Mandatory*  – Be able to obtain a Level II (Secret) Security Clearance- minimum 10 Years of Residency in Canada

- Must obtain a Enhanced Reliability Clearance through the client

- The ability to stand for long periods of time and complete frequent patrols

- Good understanding of computers

- Customer service/reception/administrative skills

- The ability to work alone while maintaining a high level of service to the client is essential

WHAT WE OFFER YOU :

- Medical and Dental

- Employee assistance program

- Family Assistance program

- Coaching and counselling support

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM OUR COMMSSIONAIRES :

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 in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time.