Security Guard

Position Overview

Title: Security Guard

Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour

Site Overview

Our client sites span across the Thompson, Cariboo, Shuswap, Okanagan, and Kootenay regions. These locations focus on providing safe, welcoming environments for businesses, visitors, and local communities, combining active site protection with everyday customer service.

What You'll Be Doing

• Patrol assigned sites to monitor for safety hazards and security risks.
• Manage access control points and verify visitor identification.
• Monitor CCTV systems, alarm panels, and security equipment.
• Respond calmly and effectively to incidents, site emergencies, and service calls.
• Enforce client site rules and property policies.
• Assist visitors and staff with helpful, professional customer service.
• Write clear, detailed shift logs and incident reports.
• Communicate directly with site supervisors, client management, and emergency services when required.
  
  

Must Haves

• Valid BC Security Licence.
• BC Class 5 driver's license.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to remain composed and professional during high-pressure situations.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  
  

Nice-to-Haves

• Valid Basic First Aid certification.
• Previous experience in security or customer service.
• Hands-on experience with mobile patrols, access control systems, or CCTV monitoring.
• Reliable personal transportation tailored to site requirements.
  
  

What's In It For You?

• Competitive pay rate ($20.00 - $27.00 per hour based on site placement).
• Company-provided uniforms at no cost to you.
• Continuous skill development through Paladin’s online Learning Management System.
• Opportunities for career advancement in field operations or corporate roles.
• Extended health and dental benefit options for eligible employees.
• Access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Perks and exclusive discounts with partner organizations.
  
  

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.