Security Guard
- Kingston, ON, Canada
$20 CAD / hour · Contract
Application link verified · Nov 14, 2026. Applications open in a new tab.
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- $20 CAD / hour
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- Contract
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- Posting language
- English
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Position Overview
Title: Security Guard
Employment Type: Temporary Part-Time
Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour
Site: Empire Life
Schedule: Saturday and Sunday 2030-0830
Overtime Methodology: Averaging Agreement
Site Overview
Empire Life Insurance Company is one of Canada's top 10 life insurance providers. Located in Kingston, Ontario, its Corporate Head Office has been a local landmark since 1936, combining rich history with a modern business environment.
What You'll Be Doing
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.
Title: Security Guard
Employment Type: Temporary Part-Time
Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour
Site: Empire Life
Schedule: Saturday and Sunday 2030-0830
Overtime Methodology: Averaging Agreement
Site Overview
Empire Life Insurance Company is one of Canada's top 10 life insurance providers. Located in Kingston, Ontario, its Corporate Head Office has been a local landmark since 1936, combining rich history with a modern business environment.
What You'll Be Doing
- Conduct proactive and reactive foot patrols across the site to keep the property secure.
- Manage access control into the building and monitor surveillance systems.
- Prevent trespassing and loitering on site grounds.
- De-escalate situations, investigate routine incidents, and maintain safety.
- Write clear, detailed incident reports.
- Respond and intervene during medical emergencies when required.
- Liaise with emergency responders, client representatives, and management.
- Valid Ontario Security Guard License.
- Valid Standard First Aid, CPR Level C, and AED certification from a WSIB-approved vendor.
- Use of Force (UoF) and Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB) certifications (or willingness to complete Paladin's free pre-onboarding training with a 6-month commitment).
- Ability to conduct extensive foot patrols and stand for up to 12 hours per shift.
- Proof of immunizations for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, COVID-19, and two-step TB Skin test.
- Strong oral and written English communication skills.
- Successful completion of onboarding and site-specific training.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada.
- 6 months of previous customer service experience.
- 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.
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.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Conduct foot patrols, control building access, monitor surveillance systems, and help prevent trespassing and loitering. De-escalate situations, investigate incidents, respond to emergencies, prepare detailed reports, and liaise with emergency responders, client representatives, and management.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a valid Ontario Security Guard License and current Standard First Aid, CPR Level C, and AED certifications from a WSIB-approved vendor; Use of Force and MOAB certifications are also required or must be completed through the stated training option. Other requirements include the specified immunization and TB test records, strong English communication, ability to patrol and stand for up to 12 hours, successful onboarding and site training, and legal authorization to work in Canada.
Skills
- Foot Patrols
- Access Control
- Surveillance Monitoring
- Trespassing Prevention
- De-escalation
- Incident Investigation
- Incident Reporting
- Emergency Response
- First Aid
- CPR
- AED
- Use of Force
- Management of Aggressive Behaviour
- Oral Communication
- Written Communication
- Customer Service
Benefits
- Daily Pay Options
- Free Uniforms
- Dry Cleaning and Tailoring Allowances
- Security License Reimbursement
- Free Use of Force and MOAB Training
- Ongoing Training and Professional Development
- Corporate Discounts
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Security & Safety
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Security Guard
- Security License
- Foot Patrols
- Access Control
- Surveillance Systems
- Trespassing Prevention
- Loitering Prevention
- De-escalation
- Incident Investigation
- Incident Reports
- Medical Emergencies
- Emergency Responders
- Standard First Aid
- CPR Level C
- AED
- WSIB-Approved Vendor
- Use of Force
- Management of Aggressive Behaviour
- Immunizations
- Measles
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Varicella
- COVID-19
- Two-Step TB Skin Test
- Customer Service
- Averaging Agreement
- Kingston, Ontario
- Security and Investigations
Seniority
Entry level
Perks
- Employee discount
- Paid training
- Uniform provided
- Remote work allowance
Licences and certifications
- Ontario Security Guard License
- Standard First Aid
- CPR Level C
- AED
- Use of Force
- MOAB
Tools
- surveillance systems
Languages
- English