Security Guard

Position Overview

Title: Security Guard

Employment Type: Casual

Pay Rate: $18.75/hour (Training Wage); $19.50 - $22.00/hour (Site Wage)

Schedule: Mornings, days, nights, and weekends (1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts)

Site Overview

Serving diverse client locations throughout Nanaimo - including retail centers, event venues, and supportive housing facilities - our security teams maintain safety across Vancouver Island. These active environments require guards who are observant, proactive, and focused on providing exceptional customer service to residents, visitors, and site staff.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide friendly, professional customer service to site visitors and members of the public.
• Conduct regular foot patrols to secure personnel, buildings, and equipment.
• Watch for safety hazards, security breaches, and emergency situations, contacting emergency responders when needed.
• De-escalate challenging situations calmly and manage crowd control or trespassers professionally.
• Provide first aid and initial medical assistance when necessary.
• Write clear, accurate daily activity reports, incident logs, and emergency reports.
• Communicate effectively with team members using two-way radios and computer software.
  
  

Must Haves

• Valid British Columbia Security Worker License.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Physical ability to walk and stand for extended periods during patrols.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
  
  

Nice-to-Haves

• Valid Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 certification or higher.
• Working knowledge of non-violent crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
  
  

What's In It For You?

• Paid sick days.
• Comprehensive industry training.
• Internal promotion opportunities to support your career growth.
• A supportive team environment built on respect and inclusivity.
  
  

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.