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Security Guard - City of Kelowna FT

Commissionaires Canada
Kelowna, BC, Canada
$23 an hour
Full-time

Commissionaires BC are looking for security guards to join us to work with the City of Kelowna

As an employee with Commissionaires BC, you’ll be working with an organization focused on growth and innovation. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with the City of Kelowna, including RCMP to gain value experience for your future career

Working hours : Thursday to Monday :

Thursday to Monday :

Must be available between the hours of 7am till 6pm (guaranteed 40 hours per week)

Payrate : $23 per hour

$23 per hour

Skills / Qualifications required :

  • Valid BC Security License
  • OFA 1 certificate or higher
  • AST certification or willing to get
  • BC Class 5 DL with a clean driver's abstract
  • Living in Canada for the last 5 or more years to be eligible for security clearances
  • 1-2 years working in security
  • You have excellent verbal and written English communication skills

Your nice to haves :

  • Non Violent Crisis Intervention training
  • De-escalation skills
  • Experience using Tracktik software

Some of your responsibilities will include :

  • Covering shifts at various sites as needed in the Kelowna / West Kelowna area
  • Foot and vehicle patrols around downtown Kelowna
  • Maintaining a safe environment for residents, business owners and those visiting Kelowna
  • Handling any crisis situations in a calm and controlled manner
  • Proactively responding to and resolving emergency situations and conflicts
  • Effectively communicating problems or concerns to the Site Supervisor

What’s in it for you?

  • Training provided on de-escalation, dealing with difficult situations at work, body cameras
  • Above industry wages for the area
  • Benefits, extended health and dental.
  • Opportunity for growth within Commissionaires
  • Work for a reputable and nationally known company
  • A challenging yet rewarding work environment
  • Gain valuable experience to put towards a future career in law enforcement
  • 20 days ago
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