Veterans Wanted: Security Guard – Continue Your Service

Ottawa, ON
$28.00 per hour
Permanent
Full-time

21 days ago

Job Category: Security OfficersDegree Level: High School GraduateJob Description:We are seeking a vigilant and dedicated individual to ensure the safety and security of private facilities. This role is especially well-suited for military veterans, former law enforcement personnel, and individuals with protective service backgrounds, who bring discipline, situational awareness, and a strong sense of duty.As a Security Guard, you will be responsible for maintaining a secure environment through various tasks and duties such as:

Access control
Extensive interior and exterior foot patrols
Deterring theft and vandalism
Preventing unauthorized access
Enforcing client regulations

Responding to emergency callsWe strongly encourage applications from Canadian Armed Forces veterans, reservists, and individuals transitioning from military service, as your training and experience are highly valued in this role.MANDATORY REQUIREMENTApplicants must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top-Secret Security Clearance. The process includes your ability to provide documentation of at least 10 years of recent residency, employment, all travel, education and more.This is an invasive process conducted by Government Security Officials and will require:

Honest and sincere disclosure of detailed personal information
Personal security interview
Interviews with neighbors, colleagues, and/or friends
Submission to:

Criminal Background check (including fingerprints)
Polygraph testing
Psychological testing
Complete credit check, including full financial disclosure of assets and debts.

QUALIFICATION:

No Security Guard License? No Problem. Just Apply.
Must be reliable, mature, and available to work either days and/or nights as operationally required
All applicants will be required to work 12-hour night shifts from 0600-1800 or 1800-0600 upon commencement.
Must be able to conduct both interior and exterior patrols during both day and night
Strong customer service skills
Ability to take directives and work in a team
Basic computer proficiency: Excel, Word, Email, access control software, etc.

WHY VETERANS CHOOSE THIS ROLE

Transition your military skills into a civilian security career
Structured environment with clear procedures and chain of command
Opportunities to advance into supervisory
Work that aligns with values of service, integrity, and protection

WHAT WE OFFER:

$28 per hour
Full benefits package after 3 months
Pension plan, paid sick days (after 12 months), and free uniforms
Opportunities for advancement and development within Securitas Canada.

Securitas Canada celebrates diversity, and we welcome and encourage applications from the four designated groups: namely women, aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.#AF-EasternCanadaAbout Us: 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.About the 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 CanadaOur 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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