Retail Security Guard - Ottawa
Company
GardaWorld
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Part-time
Salary
$39,104–$48,880 a month
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Job Description
Business Unit: Security Services
Career Area: Security Guard
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, CA
• *Ready to suit up as a Retail Security Guard**
What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.
As a Retail Security Guard, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments within a commercial shopping center.
• *What's in it for you?
• Competitive hourly wage of $18.80 + comprehensive benefits
• We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Flexible schedules with various shifts available
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Full-time & part-time opportunities
• Uniform provided at no cost
• *Responsibilities For a Retail Security Guard
• Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Document incidents and actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• *Qualifications For a Retail Security Guard**
• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Hold a valid Ontario security license
• First aid certification
• Ability to stand and walk entire shift
Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers. If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!
Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance and even casual roles available.
GardaWorld: Make the world a safer place
GardaWorld, a global leader in security, offers exciting career opportunities in an evolving industry. We celebrate diversity and invite talent from all backgrounds to apply.
• *Job Segment:**
Security Guard, Security Officer, Corporate Security, Security
Career Area: Security Guard
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, CA
• *Ready to suit up as a Retail Security Guard**
What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.
As a Retail Security Guard, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments within a commercial shopping center.
• *What's in it for you?
• Competitive hourly wage of $18.80 + comprehensive benefits
• We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Flexible schedules with various shifts available
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Full-time & part-time opportunities
• Uniform provided at no cost
• *Responsibilities For a Retail Security Guard
• Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Document incidents and actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• *Qualifications For a Retail Security Guard**
• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Hold a valid Ontario security license
• First aid certification
• Ability to stand and walk entire shift
Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers. If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!
Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance and even casual roles available.
GardaWorld: Make the world a safer place
GardaWorld, a global leader in security, offers exciting career opportunities in an evolving industry. We celebrate diversity and invite talent from all backgrounds to apply.
• *Job Segment:**
Security Guard, Security Officer, Corporate Security, Security
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