Security guard jobs in Canada (1,632 jobs)

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Counted Nov 7, 2026

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Open jobs: 1,632
Employers: 227

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $20.17Across 258 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $43,604Across 32 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%1 listing
Hybrid: 1%10 listings
On-site: 99%1,617 listings

Not specified: <1% (4 listings)

Employers hiring include GardaWorld (496), Allied Universal (162), Securitas Canada (90).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

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.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Pre-Board Screening Officer
GardaWorld
Windsor, Ontario
If you are looking for a job at the airport where you play a key role in national security, this is the one for you! As a Pre-Board Screening Officer, you will be the last line of defense…
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Pre Board Screening Officer
GardaWorld
Waterloo, ON
If you are looking for a job at the airport where you play a key role in national security, this is the one for you! As a Pre-Board Screening Officer, you will be the last line of defense…
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Security Guard - Training Provided
Commissionaires Victoria, The Islands And Yukon
Comox, BC
- $20 to $21.41 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Start Your Career in Security - No License? We’ll Help You Get One!
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Part- time Security Guard
Securitas Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia
- Part-time
Observes and reports activities and incidents at an assigned client site, providing for the security and safety of client property and personnel. Makes periodic patrols to check for…
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SC
Full-Time Overnight Security Guard
Securitas Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia
- Full-time
Observes and reports activities and incidents at an assigned client site, providing for the security and safety of client property and personnel. Makes periodic patrols to check for…
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Security Guard - Tactical, CORE (Full-Time)
Kandor
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Security guards patrol The CORE and provide a highly visible presence, to all tower and mall employees, tenants and patrons alike. Based upon a thorough understanding of the site SOP,…
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Securitas Canada
Peterborough, ON
Observes and reports activities and incidents at an assigned client site, providing for the security and safety of client property and personnel. Makes periodic patrols to check for…

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Securitas Canada

Full-Time Overnight Security Guard

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Apr 15, 2026

Original job description

Observes and reports activities and incidents at an assigned client site, providing for the security and safety of client property and personnel. Makes periodic patrols to check for irregularities and to inspect protection devices and fire control equipment. Preserves order and may act to enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises. Controls access to client site or facility through the admittance process Patrols assigned site on foot or in vehicle; checks for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, blocked entrances and exits, mechanical problems, and unauthorized persons. Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations. Responds to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other incidents. Prepares logs and reports as required. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity.

Schedule- Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Shift time- 0000- 0800

Location- Vancouver, BC

Job Requirements

OFA1 required and valid security license
With or without reasonable accommodation, the physical and mental requirements of this job may include the following: seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly.
Occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.
Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain.
Additional physical requirements may include, frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable licensing requirements for Security Guards.
The job posting is for an existing vacancy or vacancies.
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Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team.
Securitas Canada's Mission:
Securitas’ mission is to protect homes, workplaces, and communities by providing the security services they need to protect their assets, safeguard their people, and maintain their ability to generate profits.

Securitas Aviation's Mission:
Securitas Aviation ensures the safety of passengers all over the world providing thorough security checks at airports in Canada

Our Values:
Securitas’ core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are the foundation for our employees to build trust with customers, colleagues, and the surrounding community.

Integrity:
Securitas employees are honest and trusted by customers to safeguard their premises and valuables. We don’t compromise on integrity and create an open forum for our employees and customers to voice opinions, report improprieties, and share information.

Vigilance:
Seeing, hearing, and evaluating. A Securitas employee is always attentive and often notices things that others don’t. Their vigilance is necessary in order to be aware of potential risks or incidents that may take place on our customers’ premises.

Helpfulness:
As part of an on-going effort to ensure safety, Securitas employees are always ready to help if an incident occurs that requires intervention regardless of whether or not it is directly related to their job.

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Responsibilities

The security guard is responsible for observing and reporting activities at an assigned client site to ensure the safety of property and personnel. They must conduct periodic patrols to check for irregularities and inspect fire control and protection equipment.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent. The role requires a high level of vigilance and the ability to enforce site regulations and directives.

Skills

Security
Surveillance
Patrolling
Incident Reporting
Safety Compliance
Risk Assessment
Vigilance
Integrity

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Keywords

Security Guard
Surveillance
Patrol
Safety
Risk Management
Incident Reporting
Fire Control Equipment
Site Security
Aviation Security
Vigilance
Integrity

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Security guard jobs in Canada

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