Paladin Security

Security Guards (City of Nanaimo, Vancouver Island)

5 days ago

PayCompetitive
LocationNanaimo/British Columbia
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 781679

      Job Skills / Requirements

      We are currently accepting applications for Security Guards to join our Various Sites: mobile patrol, retail, events, supportive housing and more. This position requires strong social perceptiveness and customer service skills. Sometimes, it may be physically demanding due to the size of the property and requires applicants to be able to work- Morning, days, nights and/or weekends.

      Wage: $19.50 - $21 per hour (site dependent).

      Typical Duties and Responsibilities

      • Provide exceptional customer service and assistance and sustain effective relationships with clients, tenants and patrons
      • Write clear and detailed reports including incident, emergency, liability and day to day reports
      • Watch for and report irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations and contact emergency responders as required
      • Provide first aid and medical response when required to any person(s)
      • Perform regular foot patrols to ensure personnel, building and equipment security
      • Utilize two way radios and computer applications to communicate site activates
      • Exercise crowd control and evict trespassers

      Core Competencies

      • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
      • Excellent customer service skills
      • A strong working knowledge of non-violent crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
      • Strong observational skills
      • Ability to make immediate decisions, while maintaining composure in emergency response situations with minimal supervision

      Job Requirements

      • 6 months Security Experience is an asset and/or 6 months customer experience is an asset
      • Valid security licence is required
      • Valid OFA 1 or higher is an asset
      • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
      • Physical fitness: ability to walk for prolonged hours (most sites)
      • Class 5 or Class 7 N BC Driving License is an asset for Mobile Patrol
      • Legally Authorized to work in Canada

      LET’S GET STARTED!

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      Education Requirements (All)

      High School Diploma/GED

      Additional Information / Benefits

      Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days

      This is a As Needed position

      Number of Openings for this position: 1

  • About the company

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