Security Guard - Toronto

cglca· Field Staff
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📍 Toronto, Ontario, CanadaHourly Full Time Guard

About this role

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:

  • Ensuring access control is followed and client property is secured
  • Escorting contractors and visitors as required
  • Maintaining professional working relationships with employees, visitors and clients
  •  Maintaining high standards of personal appearance and deportment
  • Providing assistance to employees, clients and visitors
  • Completing daily logs and written reports as necessary
  • Other duties as required by the client
  • Ability to stand/sit for longer periods of time
  • Making sure area of work is always monitored
  • Able to conduct patrols and respond to alarms


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/walk for long periods of time
  • Ability to complete frequent patrols
  • 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* Have the ability to obtain security clearance (resident in Canada 5 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:

Hourly Rate of Pay: $23.42

Location: Keele Corrections Centre, 330 Keele Street

Hours of work: Rotating 8 hour shifts 1530-2330, 2330-0730


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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This Security Guard - Toronto role at cglca is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Security Guard - Toronto role at cglca full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Hourly Full Time Guard position. It is posted as a Security Guard - Toronto role in the Field Staff department at cglca.
Which team or department does the Security Guard - Toronto at cglca belong to?
This Security Guard - Toronto position is part of the Field Staff department at cglca. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Security Guard - Toronto job at cglca posted?
This Security Guard - Toronto position at cglca was posted on Jun 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Security Guard - Toronto
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