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Security Guard - Full Time

  • Hamilton, ON, Canada

$18 CAD / hour · Full-time

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$18 CAD / hour
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Overview

Company Overview:

We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from within culture. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career as Security Professionals and today hold positions on our senior leadership team. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Start your phenomenal career with Allied Universal today!

Job Description

Allied Universal is seeking Security Guard in Hamilton, Ontario.

Job Title: Security Guard - Full Time

Job Location: Hamilton , ON

Pay Rate: $18 per hour

Shifts : 12 Hours shifts - Monday to Sunday – DAYS & NIGHTS (Must have flexible availability and be willing to work continental rotating shifts)

Overview:

Allied Universal is currently hiring Security Professionals in Hamilton, ON to provide professional, front-line security services. This role is ideal for individuals with strong customer service skills, a professional demeanor, and willing to work with a dynamic team.

Requirement:

  • Must have experience in alarm response, vagrant removal or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with access control systems and alarm .
  • Experience with report writing and note-taking.
  • Knowledge of CCTV monitoring systems.
  • Must be eligible to work in Canada.
  • Valid First Aid and CPR is mandatory.
  • High school diploma or equivalent/GED or equivalent work experience

Specific Duties Performed And Essential Functions :

  • Patrol interior and exterior of facility, looking for signs of illegal / criminal activity, vagrancy, theft, property damage.
  • Access control for the facility/area
  • Document shift activities in Daily Activity Report; complete incident reports with AUS mobile team.
  • Present a polished, professional, customer friendly image at all times
  • Ability to manage conflicts and incidents and to deescalate
  • Ensure that the facility’s safety and emergency procedures are followed in response to fire alarms and other site Emergencies
  • Undertake site specific training, follow direction and guidance from Site Supervisor, client representatives, Account Manager (or designate)
  • Demonstrate good judgment, common sense and decision-making ability, particularly when required to take charge and direct others in emergencies or other incidents
  • Meticulous record keeping, report writing, observation skills excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Operate/monitor security room equipment, Completion of site required training

Benefits:

  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • Paid training and development programs.

Disclaimer:

As part of our standard hiring process, all candidates being considered for employment with Allied Universal are required to undergo a background check. This background check may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, employment verification, education verification, and professional references.

Closing

Allied Universal® is an inclusive and equitable employer, encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.

Requisition ID

2026-1734640

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Responsibilities

Patrol the facility, manage access control, monitor security equipment, and respond to alarms and other emergencies. Document shift activities and incidents, maintain a professional customer-friendly presence, and help de-escalate conflicts while following site procedures.

Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and have valid First Aid and CPR certification, along with a high school diploma or equivalent, GED, or equivalent work experience. Experience in alarm response, vagrant removal, or equivalent is required, as are familiarity with access control and alarms, report writing, note-taking, and CCTV monitoring; flexible availability for rotating 12-hour day and night shifts is also required.

Skills

  • Alarm Response
  • Vagrant Removal
  • Access Control
  • Report Writing
  • Note-Taking
  • CCTV Monitoring
  • Patrolling
  • Conflict Management
  • De-escalation
  • Emergency Response
  • Observation
  • Verbal Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Record Keeping
  • Decision-Making
  • Customer Service

Benefits

  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Company Discounts
  • Career Growth And Advancement Opportunities
  • Paid Training And Development Programs

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Categories

  • Security & Safety

Keywords

  • Security Guard
  • Security Services
  • Alarm Response
  • Vagrant Removal
  • Access Control Systems
  • CCTV Monitoring
  • First Aid
  • CPR
  • Facility Patrol
  • Incident Reports
  • Daily Activity Reports
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Fire Alarms
  • Conflict Management
  • De-escalation
  • Security Room Equipment
  • Customer Service
  • Report Writing
  • Note-Taking
  • Record Keeping
  • Observation Skills
  • Rotating Shifts
  • Background Check

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