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Cglca

Security Guard - Toronto

Toronto, 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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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 :

Monitoring CCTV and access control

Answering to phone calls and responding to emails

Foot patrolling of the premises

Incident reporting

Good radio communication with computer skills

Ability to work independently and fast thinking skill

Responding to alarms

Manning reception and issuing of passes

Prevention of theft, disorders and disturbances

Ensuring that no loitering or soliciting takes place in the building

Proving visitor/contractor escorts

Other duties as assigned by the Client, or the Regional Manager

WE ARE EXCITED FOR YOU TO OFFER US :

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

* MUST * Ontario Security Guard License

* MUST * Valid First Aid and CPR certificate

Ability to stand/sit for long periods of time

Ability to lift up-to 50 lbs.

Ability to speak/read/communicate in English (fluently), ability to speak French is consider an asset

Excellent customer service and reception skills

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

*MUST* be able to clear Federal Top Secret clearance- including Polygraph test (resident in Canada 10 years or longer, clean record, clean credit history)

WHAT WE OFFER YOU :

Medical and Dental

Employee assistance program

Family Assistance program

Coaching and counselling support

WHAT THE JOB OFFERS YOU :

No. of Positions: 6

Hourly Rate of Pay: $27.40 with night premium

Location:277 Front Street West

Hours of work: Continental Shift( 0600 - 1800 and 1800-0600 )

No parking; paid parking available nearby

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.

Original posting on Cglca's site ↗

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