Full Time Security Guard - Guelph General Hospital

Position Overview

Title: Full Time Security Guard

Employment Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.63/hr

Site: Guelph General Hospital

Schedule: Continental Rotating (0800-2000 / 2000-0800 hrs)

Overtime Methodology: Averaging Agreement after 88 Hours

Site Overview

Guelph General Hospital is a leading 24/7 acute care facility in Guelph, Ontario, featuring over 165 beds and supported by 1,600 staff members. Security personnel at this location play a vital role in maintaining a safe, respectful, and secure environment across a busy healthcare setting.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct regular rounds of hospital premises, including parking areas, hallways, patient rooms, entrances, and exits.
• Monitor security cameras and alarm systems, swiftly reporting suspicious activity.
• Control entry points to ensure only authorized individuals access restricted areas.
• Act quickly during emergency situations, assisting hospital staff with crises and evacuations.
• De-escalate tense situations and resolve conflicts calmly and professionally.
• Greet visitors, patients, and staff, offering directions and ensuring hospital policies are followed.
• Accurately document daily activities, incidents, breaches, and safety concerns.
• Collaborate closely with hospital staff and local law enforcement to maintain a coordinated security effort.
  
  

Must Haves

• Valid Security Guard License for the province of Ontario.
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C certification from a WSIB-approved provider.
• At least 1 year of experience in healthcare security or law enforcement.
• Fluency in English, both oral and written.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• Ability to maintain a clean-shaven face to pass an N95 mask fit test.
• Immunization records for Mumps, Measles, Rubella, Varicella, COVID-19 (two doses), and a two-step TB skin test.
• Ability to walk and climb stairs throughout the facility for extended periods of time.
• Valid certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB).*
• Applicants who do not currently possess UOF and MOAB certifications can complete Paladin's training program prior to onboarding at no cost, backed by a 6-month commitment to the position.
  
  

What's In It For You?

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Free uniforms with dry cleaning and tailoring allowance.
• Security license reimbursement.
• Paid vacation and sick days.
• Access to daily pay options.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  
  

Application Deadlines

Internal Posting Closing Date: November 6, 2026

External Posting Closing Date: November 16, 2026

Ready to make a positive impact in your community? Apply today to start your career with Paladin Security at Guelph General Hospital.

Why Join Our Team?

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.

Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.

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

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.