Cglca
Security Guard - Hamilton
Hamilton, Ontario
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- Seniority
- Mid level
- Country
- CA
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
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- 9 Oct 2026
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INTRODUCTION:
Commissionaires Great Lakes (CGL) is a private, not-for-profit organization founded in 1925 on a mandate that prioritizes providing meaningful employment for veterans and others committed to the well-being of Canadians primarily in security guard and related services. Spanning Central and Southwestern Ontario, our services are customized to respond to the dynamic and evolving security needs of both private and public sector clients. These include uniformed guard, mobile response and support services, by-law enforcement and identification services.
- We are currently seeking a Commissionaire to join our growing team.
- This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Your commitment to serving the needs of our clients and employees will encourage client and employee loyalty and enhance our organization’s success.
WHAT OUR EXCEPTIONAL COMMISSIONAIRES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Responsible for the security of the facility.
Conduct property patrols of client location, in accordance with site instructions.
Check and validate identification credentials for all visitors and personnel entering the facility.
Enforce the Trespass to Property Act when required.
Liaise with Police, Fire, EMS as appropriate during incidents.
Complete patrol and incident reports utilizing reporting software, and paper reports as required.
Maintain professionalism at all times, during all interactions.
Perform end-of-shift security procedures, including locking gates and verifying premises security.
Undertake all training assigned to you in a timely fashion.
Report concerns or complaints received to Supervisor
Be available to adjust schedule as required to accommodate the needs of the patrol team.
Perform other duties as requested by Client or Manager
WE ARE EXCITED FOR YOU TO OFFER US:
*Mandatory* - Must be able to obtain Use of Force.
*Mandatory *- Must hold a Valid Ontario Security Guard License.
*Mandatory* – Valid WSIB accredited First Aid and CPR certificate
*Mandatory* – Must be able to obtain a Level I (Reliability) Clearance (resident in Canada 5 years or longer, clean record, clean credit history)
Ability to stand/sit for a longer period of time.
Strong customer service/administrative skills
WHAT THE JOB OFFERS YOU:
Hourly Rate of Pay: $25.54 (after use of force completion)
Hours of work: Mon-Friday 1500-2300
Location: 200 James St N, Hamilton ON, L8R 2L1
WHAT WE EXPECT FROM OUR COMMSSIONAIRES:
As a front-line representative of our company and client’s site you must be highly reliable, work well under pressure, able to work with minimal supervision, have the ability to multitask and be a professional who takes pride in your dress, deportment and performance at all times.
We would like to thank all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Commissionaires Great Lakes (CGL) is fully committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time.
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