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Counted Sep 25, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,624
Employers: 353

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $22.41Across 143 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $72,684Across 34 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%5 listings
Hybrid: 5%76 listings
On-site: 95%1,542 listings

Not specified: <1% (1 listing)

Employers hiring include GardaWorld (230), Walmart Canada (126), Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes (112).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Government & public safety jobs in Canada

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Mobile Security Guards

Duncan, BC, Canada

Pay: Location: Duncan, BC and Cowichan Valley Schedule: Days, Evenings, Nights & Weekends Employment Type: On-Site / Mobile Patrol Pay Rate: $21.00 – $23.00/hour Training Wage: $18.75/hour
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 1, 2026

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Original job description

Paladin Security is Hiring Mobile Security Guards!

Location: Duncan, BC and Cowichan Valley Schedule: Days, Evenings, Nights & Weekends Employment Type: On-Site / Mobile Patrol Pay Rate: $21.00 – $23.00/hour Training Wage: $18.75/hour

Overview

Paladin Security is currently hiring Mobile Security Guards to join our growing team in Duncan and the surrounding Cowichan Valley. As a Mobile Security Guard, you’ll spend your shifts travelling between client sites in a company patrol vehicle, conducting scheduled and unscheduled patrols, responding to alarms and incidents, and helping ensure our clients' properties remain safe and secure.

This is a great role for someone who enjoys working independently, driving, staying active, and handling a variety of situations throughout their shift. No two shifts are exactly the same!

We are looking for reliable, professional, and customer-focused team members who are comfortable working flexible schedules, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

Conduct mobile patrols of multiple client properties
Drive a company patrol vehicle safely between assigned locations
Complete scheduled site checks, lock/unlock services, and property inspections
Respond to alarms, emergencies, and security incidents
Identify and report safety hazards, suspicious activity, and security breaches
Complete clear and detailed incident and daily activity reports
Provide professional customer service to clients and members of the public
Contact emergency services when required
Provide first aid and medical response when required
Conduct foot patrols as part of assigned site inspections
Use radios, mobile devices, and computer systems to document and communicate activity
Respond professionally to trespassing and other security-related concerns

Must Have

Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence
Clean driving record / Driver’s Abstract
Eligible to work in Canada
Ability to drive for extended periods and conduct regular foot patrols
Comfortable working independently, including during night shifts
Strong communication and customer service skills

Preferred

Valid BC Security Worker Licence
Valid OFA Level 1 or higher certification
Previous security, mobile patrol, customer service, or related experience

Health and dental benefits
Overtime opportunities
Career growth and advancement opportunities
On-the-job training
Opportunity to gain experience across a variety of client sites

Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!

The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays

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More about this job

Responsibilities

Mobile security guards conduct patrols across multiple client sites, responding to alarms, emergencies, and security incidents. They are responsible for property inspections, documenting activities through detailed reports, and providing professional customer service.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Class 5 BC driver's licence with a clean driving record and the ability to work flexible shifts including nights and weekends. Preferred qualifications include a valid BC Security Worker Licence and OFA Level 1 certification.

Skills

Mobile patrol
Security operations
Customer service
Incident reporting
Emergency response
First aid
Property inspection
Communication
Driving
Radio operation
Conflict resolution
Safety hazard identification

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Paid vacation
Paid sick days
Paid holidays
Overtime opportunities
Career growth and advancement opportunities
On-the-job training

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Mobile Security Guard
Patrol
Security
Safety
Class 5 Driver's Licence
Driver's Abstract
BC Security Worker Licence
OFA Level 1
Incident Report
Emergency Services
First Aid
Medical Response
Foot Patrol
Site Checks
Lock/Unlock Services
Customer Service
Security Breach
Surveillance
Risk Management
Physical Security

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