Full-Time Security Guard - John Counter Campus

Overview

Job Skills / Requirements

Site Description: This is a collection of municipal buildings owned by the City of Kingston. These offices include Utilities Kingston and Kingston Planning & Building Department.

Position: Full-Time Security Guard

Site: 1211 John Counter Blvd - John Counter Campus

Hours: Monday - Friday 2100-0500

Payrate: $22.80/hour

Overtime Method: Ontario ESA after 44 hours

Posting Date: June 19, 2026

Internal Closing Date: June 25, 2026

External Closing date: July 3, 2026

Benefits of joining Paladin:
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive Salary and benefits package
• Free Uniforms
• Security License reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Work today, get paid today-daily pay available
• Additional perks!
Job Responsibilities:
• Patrol on foot, covering all areas systematically to ensure no vehicle or section is overlooked.
• Check all vehicle doors to ensure they are locked. Record any unlocked vehicles and take note of the vehicle details (make, model, color, license plate) and lock the doors.
• Check all facility doors (entrances, exits, storage rooms, etc.) to ensure they are locked and secure.
• Report any doors that are unlocked or appear tampered with immediately to 24/7 emergency maintenance line.
• Stay alert for any suspicious activities or individuals.
• Document all findings and incidents in a report each shift, including times and locations of each check.
• Submit a detailed report summarizing the shift's activities, including any incidents, unlocked doors, suspicious activities, and actions taken.
• Perform additional duties as required.
Job Requirements:
• Ability to work alone and be self-motivated
• Valid Ontario Security License
• Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a WSIB-approved vendor)
• Valid G Class Ontario Driver's license
• Provide a 3 year uncertified driver's abstract
• 25 years or older
• 6-Month commitment to the position
• 1 year of security experience preferred, experience in Mobile or commercial security will be preferred
• English fluency (written and oral) required
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UoF) and Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB)
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• Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UoF/MOAB training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• Please be aware: The UoF/MOAB training is not paid as it is a pre-requisite, however Paladin will cover all of the costs of the training with a 6 month commitment to the position/availability
• Attend 4 days of blended (virtual/in-class) pre-employment training at the Kingston Branch office
• Authorized to legally work in Canada

Certification Requirements (All)

Valid G Licence
First Aid, CPR Level C
Valid Security License

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security: 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.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability

This job reports to the Client Service Manager

This is a Full-Time position 2nd Shift , 3rd Shift .

Number of Openings for this position: 1