Security Guard - Casual

Black & McDonald Limited•Toronto, ON

58d•$29 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Black & McDonald is an integrated, multitrade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forward-thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time. ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Black & McDonald’s Southern Ontario Facilities Management Operations team is growing! If you are an analytical and collaborative professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Security Guard is located in Toronto, ON and typically reports directly to the Security Guard Supervisor. The Security Guard is responsible for providing a friendly and safe environment for all patients, staff, volunteers, and visitors and typically reports directly to the Security Manager.

Requirements

Communicates Effectively
Customer Focus
Holds Self and Others Accountable
Values and Respects Other
Two-year community college Law & Security or Police Foundations diploma is preferred
Valid Ontario Private Security & Investigative Services, Security Guard License is required
At least 6 months of security experience
Must be able to work 11.25-hour shifts on a rotating schedule
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent problem solving skills and ability to proactively achieve resolutions both through direction and negotiation
Excellent judgment and ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy in emergency situations
Conflict Resolution skills
First Aid and CPR level "C"

Nice To Haves

3+ years of related experience in a health care environment is considered a strong asset

Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring safety and security of the facility and all those who enter the facility
Provide a friendly and safe environment for all staff, volunteers, patients, and visitors
Respond as required to all security, safety, and/or emergency situations
Operate the Security Office’s CCTV, access control, and panic device systems in the absence of the Security Manager
Respond to all access requests in accordance with established protocols
Conduct facility patrols and take necessary action based on observation including checking in with employees who work alone after hours
Perform "Patient Watches"
Monitor parking areas
Investigate security and safety related events as required
Complete forms, logs, notebooks, work orders, and incident reports as required
Act as a member of the internal fire response team and crisis team
Adhere to all corporate and departmental policies, procedures, and directives
Identify areas requiring updates and/or possible areas of improvement relating to policies, procedures, and directives
Completion of other tasks as directed by the Supervisor