Event Security Guard - Kitchener
$20.45 per hourTemporary
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Paladin Security is Hiring an Event Security Guard!
Location: Toronto, Waterloo, ON
Site: Wilfrid Laurier University – Waterloo Campus
Schedule: Event-Based, 8–12 Hour Shifts
Pay Rate: CA$20.45/hour
Employment Type: Temporary Contract
Contract Dates: August 31 – October 30, 2026
Mandatory Availability: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Work Location: On-Site
Overview
Paladin Security is seeking professional, alert, and community-minded Event Security Guards to support campus safety at Wilfrid Laurier University’s Waterloo Campus during the busy fall event season.
This temporary contract is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event security, crowd management, and access control while helping maintain a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, visitors, and the broader campus community.
Successful candidates will be comfortable working in busy public environments, communicating over two-way radios, managing crowds, and using sound judgment and de-escalation skills when responding to challenging situations.
Responsibilities
- Monitor crowds and maintain a visible security presence throughout assigned areas.
- Check wristbands and credentials at designated access control points.
- Help ensure only authorized individuals enter restricted areas.
- Maintain clear and professional communication using an assigned two-way radio.
- Keep communication equipment operational and accessible throughout the shift.
- Report security concerns, suspicious activity, and incidents to supervisors.
- Relocate between assigned posts when directed by site supervisors.
- Communicate professionally with students, staff, visitors, and members of the public.
- Use conflict resolution and verbal de-escalation techniques when handling challenging interactions.
- Follow site procedures and supervisor instructions throughout each event.
- Remain alert and professional while standing or walking for extended periods.
- Perform duties outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Help maintain a safe, positive, and welcoming environment for the university community.
Requirements
Must Have
- Valid Ontario Security Guard License.
- Valid WSIB-approved First Aid & CPR Level C certification.
- Availability to work on Saturday, September 26, 2026 .
- Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods of up to 12 hours.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Clear and professional verbal communication skills.
- Strong conflict de-escalation abilities.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada.
Nice to Have
- Previous experience in event security, campus security, or crowd control.
- Previous experience using radio communications in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- CA$20.45/hour compensation.
- 8–12 hour event shifts.
- Daily pay option through Paladin's "work today, get paid today" program.
- Uniforms provided at no cost.
- Professional training and development opportunities.
- Hands-on experience in event and campus security.
- Opportunity to develop crowd management, access control, communication, and de-escalation skills.
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