EXPERIENCED Security Guards required immediately
Company
Valourguard Protection Services
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$19 an hour
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Glassdoor
Job Description
We require immediate positions to be filled. Applications with experienced persons will be given priority.
Must be a permanent resident of Canada or Canadian Citizen. Must be fluent in english, french would be helpful as well
Experience in dealing with trespass to property act, alcohol and drug abuse are all an asset.
You must have a valid Ontario Security Guard License, valid and up to date first aid. Use of force is required however we can provide this training.
This position is for a mature individual who is compassionate towards others and able to still be professional and maintain order on our sites.
Guards will be on regular patrol duty with a partner and responsible for different sites around the city.
Guards will be responsible to enforce the trespass to property act, maintain order and safety for employees, residents, guests and contractors.
Guards must show the ability to remain calm, excellent communication skills are a must and most of all, be professional, courteous and approachable.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
Work Location: On the road
Must be a permanent resident of Canada or Canadian Citizen. Must be fluent in english, french would be helpful as well
Experience in dealing with trespass to property act, alcohol and drug abuse are all an asset.
You must have a valid Ontario Security Guard License, valid and up to date first aid. Use of force is required however we can provide this training.
This position is for a mature individual who is compassionate towards others and able to still be professional and maintain order on our sites.
Guards will be on regular patrol duty with a partner and responsible for different sites around the city.
Guards will be responsible to enforce the trespass to property act, maintain order and safety for employees, residents, guests and contractors.
Guards must show the ability to remain calm, excellent communication skills are a must and most of all, be professional, courteous and approachable.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
Work Location: On the road
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