Contract jobs in Canada

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11,281 listings · 3,505 employers Counted Oct 10, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include Walmart Canada (705 listings), J&M Group (144 listings), The Byng Group (140 listings).

Common roles: Project manager, Sales representative, Childcare provider.

3,071 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	25.11	2,303
CAD / year	66,593.00	535
USD / hour	42.00	81
USD / year	50,000.00	33
CAD / month	4,500.00	11

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Workplace classifications: 3% remote, 21% hybrid, 75% on-site, 0% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

Based on the dated count above. Listings can change. How we count

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Animated cartoon artist - visual arts
ICON Creative Studio
Vancouver, BC
- $75,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Animation artist
ICON Creative Studio
Vancouver, BC
- $60,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Animated cartoon colourist
ICON Creative Studio
Vancouver, BC
- $63,131.12 to $85,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Cook's helper
Casse-Croûte Fromage et Cie
Grenville, QC
- From $16.6 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Nanny
Private Household
Laval, QC
- From $19 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Maintenance manager
ÉCOLE INTERNATIONALE DES APPRENANTS
Saint-Laurent, QC
- From $33.3 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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High school teacher
École JMC
Saint-Laurent, QC
- From $44.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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School janitor
ÉCOLE INTERNATIONALE DES APPRENANTS
Saint-Laurent, QC
- From $20.6 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Bookkeeper
Sabcon Inc.
Oakville, ON
- From $29.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Administrative coordinator
IGM HEATING & AIRCONDITIONING
Brampton, ON
- From $36.95 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Child care provider - private home
Marjorie Ann Jose Pangan
Mississauga, ON
- From $21 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Farm worker - livestock
Skotidakis
St-Eugène, ON
- From $17.95 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Medical orderly
Manoir Cap-Santé
Cap-Santé, QC
- From $23 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Automobile mechanic
Atelier mécanique JD inc.
Québec, QC
- From $26 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Devops Engineer
Actalent
Saskatoon, SK
- $55 to $65 CAD / hour
- Contract
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Devops Engineer
Actalent
Montreal, QC
- $55 to $65 CAD / hour
- Contract
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QA/QC Apecialist
Actalent
Burnaby, BC
- $35 to $45 CAD / hour
- Contract
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Electrical Designer
Actalent
Red Deer, AB
- $43 to $48 CAD / hour
- Contract
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Mechanical Test Engineer
Actalent
Vancouver, BC
- $48 to $57 CAD / hour
- Contract
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Devops Engineer
Actalent
Ottawa, ON
- $55 to $65 CAD / hour
- Contract
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Hardware Engineer
Actalent
Maple Ridge, BC
- $38 to $48 CAD / hour
- Contract
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Senior Flight Software Engineer
Actalent
Brampton, ON
- $48 to $72 CAD / hour
- Contract
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Devops Engineer
Actalent
Calgary, AB
- $55 to $65 CAD / hour
- Contract
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Home support worker
Ella Lim & John Westwood
Vancouver, BC
- From $24.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Contract
- On-site
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Tutor (In-Person)
Toronto Top Academy Inc.
Toronto, ON
- $20 to $28 CAD / hour
- Contract
- On-site

Pathway Communications

Security Guard

Markham, ON, Canada

On-site

Contract

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Job details

Job type: Contract
Workplace: On-site
Apply by: Jan 5, 2027
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 7, 2026

Original job description

Job Description
Job Title: Data Center Security Guard
Department: Security / Facilities
Reports To: Facility Manager
Location: On site
Job Type: Part-Time / Full-time
Work Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts (day/night rotation, including weekends and holidays)
Job Summary
The Data Center Security Guard is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the facility, personnel, and critical IT infrastructure. This role involves strict access control, continuous monitoring of security systems, incident response, and comprehensive documentation. The position requires effective communication, administrative support, and structured shift handovers to maintain uninterrupted security operations in a high-security data center environment.
Key Responsibilities
Access Control & Monitoring

Control and monitor entry/exit of employees, contractors, and visitors
Verify identification, credentials, and access authorization
Manage visitor registration and badge issuance
Escort visitors and vendors in secure areas

Surveillance & Patrol

Monitor CCTV, alarm systems, and access control systems
Conduct routine patrols of facility and perimeter
Identify and report suspicious activity or risks

Incident Response

Respond promptly to alarms, incidents, and emergencies
Escalate issues to management or emergency services
Secure affected areas and assist in investigations

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain Daily Activity Reports (DAR)

Record incidents, access events, and irregular activities
Maintain logs for visitors, equipment movement, and access control

Shift Handover & Communication

Conduct structured shift-to-shift handovers
Communicate ongoing incidents, risks, and pending tasks
Ensure logs and system updates are completed prior to handover
Verify system status

Administrative Support

Process access requests (activation/deactivation)
Support audits, compliance checks, and documentation
Coordinate with security and facility teams

Asset Protection & Safety

Safeguard servers, equipment, and infrastructure
Monitor loading docks and deliveries
Enforce security policies and safety procedures
Support emergency response and evacuation procedures

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid Security Guard License (Ontario or applicable region)
Valid First Aid & CPR Certification
Basic computer proficiency (MS Office, CCTV, access control systems)
Experience in data center or critical infrastructure security (preferred)

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and observation skills
Effective written and verbal communication
Ability to maintain accurate documentation and reports
Capability to perform patrol and administrative duties
Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Physical ability to stand/walk for extended periods and respond to emergencies

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Responsibilities

The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the data center through access control, surveillance, and routine patrols. They must also manage incident responses, document activities, and perform structured shift handovers to ensure continuous facility protection.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma, a valid Security Guard license, and First Aid/CPR certification. The role requires the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts and maintain physical readiness for patrolling and emergency response.

Skills

Access control
Surveillance
CCTV monitoring
Incident response
Security reporting
First aid
CPR
Physical security
Patrolling
Visitor management
Emergency response
Data center security
Administrative support
Communication
Attention to detail

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Security Guard
Data Center
Access Control
CCTV
Alarm Systems
Incident Response
Daily Activity Reports
First Aid
CPR
Patrol
Facility Security
Asset Protection
Compliance
Security License
MS Office

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