Temporary Full-Time Security Guard - Empire Life (259 Ontario St E)

Overview

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!

Job Skills / Requirements

Site Description: The Empire Life Insurance Company was founded in 1923 in Toronto and is now one of the top 10 life insurance companies in Canada. In 1936, our Corporate Head Office moved to Kingston, Ontario and is now an integral part of the city's history.

Position: | Temporary Full-Time Security Guard - Empire Life (259 Ontario St E)

Site: | Empire Life - 259 Ontario St E

Hours: | Week 1: Monday - Wednesday 07:00-19:00. Week 2: Monday, Thursday, Friday 07:00-19:00

Payrate: | $19.00/hour

Overtime Method: Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours

Start Date: | November 11, 2025

Internal Posting Date: October 27, 2025

Internal Closing Date: November 3, 2025

Why Choose Paladin?
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work today, get paid today-daily pay available
• Free Uniforms
• Security license reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Additional perks

Job Responsibilities:
• Proactive & reactive security patrols
• Response to incidents
• Report writing
• Investigate routine incidents
• De-escalate situations involving dealing, drinking, and fighting to ensure that all areas are covered and secured at all times
• Ensure that individuals are not trespassing/loitering
• Access control into building
• Intervene in medical emergencies
• Liaise with emergency responders, clients, and Paladin management
• Surveillance monitoring
• Additional duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
• Valid Security License for Ontario
• Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a WSIB-approved vendor)
• Successful completion of onboarding and site training
• Able to stand for up to 12 hours per shift
• Able to complete extensive patrolling of site
• English communication (oral and written) 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
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Certification Requirements (All)

Valid Ontario Security License
First Aid, CPR Level C

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. 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, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays

This job reports to the CSM

This is a Temporary / Seasonal position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift.

Travel is not required

Number of Openings for this position: 1