Security Guard

Position Overview

Title: Security Guard

Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour

Site: Empire Life

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 16:30 - 00:30

Overtime Methodology: Ontario ESA (Employment Standards Act)

Site Overview

Founded in 1923, Empire Life Insurance Company is one of Canada's top 10 life insurance providers. Its Corporate Head Office has been a landmark in Kingston, Ontario since 1936, blending rich local history with a modern business environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conducting proactive and reactive foot patrols across the site to ensure property security.
• Managing access control into the building and monitoring surveillance systems.
• Preventing trespassing and loitering on site grounds.
• De-escalating situations, investigating routine incidents, and maintaining safety.
• Writing clear, detailed incident reports.
• Intervening in medical emergencies when required.
• Liaising with emergency responders, client representatives, and management.
  
  

Must Haves

• Valid Ontario Security Guard License.
• Valid Standard First Aid, CPR Level C, and AED certification from a WSIB-approved vendor.
• Proof of immunizations for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, COVID-19, and two-step TB Skin test.
• Use of Force (UoF) and Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB) certifications (or willingness to opt into Paladin's free pre-onboarding training with a 6-month commitment).
• Ability to complete extensive foot patrols and stand for up to 12 hours per shift.
• Strong oral and written English communication skills.
• Successful completion of onboarding and site-specific training.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
  
  

Nice-to-Haves

• 6 months of previous customer service experience.
  
  

What's In It For You?

• Daily pay options (work today, get paid today).
• Free uniforms with dry cleaning and tailoring allowances.
• Security license reimbursement.
• Free Use of Force and MOAB training programs for eligible candidates.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Perks and corporate discount programs.
  
  

Application Deadlines

Internal Application Deadline: November 10, 2026

External Application Deadline: November 24, 2026

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to bring your skills to our team at Empire Life, we encourage you to apply today.

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.