Security Guard - Spare - Hamilton Region
- Hamilton, ON
- On-site
- Posted Jun 19, 2026
- 1 position
$19+ / hour
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Part-time
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
Responsible for maintaining site security through access control, CCTV monitoring, and regular interior and exterior foot patrols. The role involves completing daily logs, responding to alarms, and providing professional assistance to clients and visitors.
Job details
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: Ensure access control policies and procedures are followed and client property is secured Monitor CCTV cameras Maintain positive attitude and professional working relationships with employees, visitors and clients Complete site reporting requirements, daily logs and written reports Maintain high standards of personal appearance and deportment Maintain effective communication Respond to alarms and calls for assistance Provide assistance to employees, clients and visitors Regular interior and exterior foot patrols 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 WSIB accredited First Aid and CPR certificate *MUST* Have the ability to obtain Reliability (Level I) Security clearance (resident in Canada 5 years or longer, clean criminal record, clean credit history) The ability to work alone while maintaining a high level of service to the client is essential High attention to detail Customer service WHAT THE JOB OFFERS YOU: Job type: Spare Hourly Rate of Pay: $19.00 per hour and up based on assignment Hours of work: Various (Flexible availability Locations: Hamilton, Burlington, Brantford, Oakville WHAT WE OFFER YOU: Medical and Dental Employee assistance program Family Assistance program Coaching and counselling support 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.
What you’ll do
Responsible for maintaining site security through access control, CCTV monitoring, and regular interior and exterior foot patrols. The role involves completing daily logs, responding to alarms, and providing professional assistance to clients and visitors.
Requirements
Must possess a valid Ontario Security Guard License and WSIB accredited First Aid and CPR certification. Candidates must be able to obtain Level I Reliability Security clearance and demonstrate high reliability and professionalism.
Benefits
• Medical • Dental • Employee Assistance Program • Family Assistance Program • Coaching And Counselling Support
Listed skills
- Customer service · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Access Control
- CCTV Monitoring
- Reporting
- Communication
- Emergency Response
- Foot Patrols
- Customer Service
- Attention To Detail
- Multitasking
Job areas
- Security & Safety
- Customer Service & Support
- Government & Public Sector