EXPERIENCED Security Guards required immediately

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs

Q What is the minimum hourly wage for security guards in Canada as of 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the federal minimum wage for security guards is $18.50 per hour as of January 1 2026 with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week. Provincial rates apply in non-federally regulated workplaces such as Ontario at $17.75 per hour and British Columbia at $18.25 per hour from the same date.
Q What license is required to work as a security guard in Canada in 2026?
As per the Ministry of the Solicitor General Ontario, a valid Ontario Security Guard License costs $80 and must be renewed every three years with mandatory 40-hour training completed before the 2026 application deadline. Alberta requires a similar provincial license through the Alberta Ministry of Justice with $105 fee and background check.
Q What education and experience are needed for security guard jobs in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent plus completion of a 40-hour approved security training course by March 2026. No prior experience is mandated for entry-level roles but a clean criminal record check from the RCMP dated within six months is required.
Q What documents are needed to apply for a security guard position in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, submit a valid government-issued photo ID, completed security license application, recent criminal record check, and proof of training certification by the 2026 deadline. A resume listing any first aid or CPR certificates dated within two years is also required for most employers.
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