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Cglca

Security Guard (Temporary) - Markham

Markham, Ontario

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
CA
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
25 Sept 2026

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Job Description

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.

This position is temporary and is expected to remain in effect until July 2027.

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:

Ensuring access control is followed and client property is secured, escorting visitors as required

Monitoring of CCTV equipment

Completing shipping and receiving duties, including shipment audits and trailer inspections.

Maintaining positive attitude and professional working relationships with employees, visitors, and the client

Maintaining high standards of personal appearance and deportment

Responding to alarms and utilization of alarm panels

Providing assistance to employees, clients, and visitors

Completing daily logs and written reports as necessary

Standing or being on your feet for certain lengths of time

Being able to bend down and lift a minimum of 11 Lbs. to apply pinlocks to fifth wheel pins

Foot Patrols on a regular basis during shift

Occasionally be required to cover other Estee Lauder Locations as a Backfill

Other duties as may be required by the client or Site Supervisor

WE ARE EXCITED FOR YOU TO OFFER US:

*MUST* Valid Ontario Security Guard License

*MUST* Valid First Aid and CPR certificate

The ability to stand for long periods of time and complete frequent patrols

Strong understanding of computers

Strong communication skills

Customer service/reception/administrative skills

The ability to work alone while maintaining a high level of service to the client is essential

Able to use Microsoft Programs such as Word Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

WHAT THE JOB OFFERS YOU:

Job Type: Full Time

Hourly Rate of Pay: $19.57

Hours of work: Sun-Tues 2300-0800 , Wed- Thurs 2330-0800

Location: 351 Hillmount Road Markham Ontario L6C2S3

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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