Tactical Mobile Security Guard

Position Overview

Job Title: Tactical Mobile Security Guard

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay Rate: $32.00 - $37.00 per hour ($32.00/hour during training, $34.00/hour during probation, $37.00/hour after successful completion of 3-month probation)

Schedule: 12-hour shifts on a 4-day rotation (days and nights)

Site Overview

Our tactical mobile team operates across primary client facilities in the Fort St. John region. Guards in this role handle active vehicular and foot patrols across diverse property settings, ensuring rapid emergency response and strong security coverage for community partners.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Tactical Mobile Security Guard, you will operate a Paladin vehicle to patrol client sites, respond to security calls, and protect property. Your key responsibilities include:

• Conducting regular vehicular and foot patrols inside and outside facilities, including navigating stairs and uneven terrain.
• Responding promptly to emergency alarms, accident calls, security breaches, and property damage.
• Directing unauthorized individuals to leave client premises.
• Dispatching and working directly with first responders, including police, fire, and ambulance personnel.
• Escalating and reporting incidents to the Security Command Centre in a timely manner.
• Writing accurate, detailed incident reports during each shift.
• Building positive relationships with surrounding businesses to heighten overall community safety.
• Handling confidential information discreetly and maintaining composure in stressful situations.
  
  

Must Haves

• Minimum of 1 year of security industry experience.
• Advanced Security Training (AST) certification.
• Valid Intermediate First Aid Training (Occupational First Aid Level 2).
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and a clean driving abstract.
• Residency within Fort St. John or the Hudson's Hope area.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• Ability to commit to a minimum of 1 year in the position.
• Availability to work 12-hour day and night shifts on a 4-day rotation.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
  
  

Nice-to-Haves

• Prior experience in mobile security patrols or emergency alarm response.
  
  

What's In It For You?

• Uniforms provided at no cost.
• Skill development and ongoing training through Paladin's Learning Management System.
• Opportunities for career growth in field operations or corporate roles.
• Potential eligibility for extended health and dental benefits.
• Potential eligibility for the Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Exclusive employee discount programs.
  
  

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.