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.
POSITION SUMMARY
Job type: Security/Access Control
Reports to: Site Supervisor/Regional Manager
Anticipated start date: Late Summer 2026
Posting Close Date: Until filled
Hourly Rate of Pay: $24.64/hr (UNIONIZED)
Hours of work: 0700-1900 (12 Hours)
Shifts: Contintal Shifts (7 shifts per pay period)
Location: 14 Centurion Close, CFB Borden, Ontario
Accessible by Transit: No
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure access control policies and procedures are followed and client property is secured
- Monitor CCTV cameras and alarm systems
- 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
- Make sure the Security Desk is always monitored
- Able to operate a computer badging system when needed
- Other duties as may be required by the client or site supervisor
Required Education, Qualifications and Experience:
- Valid Ontario Security Guard License
- Valid First Aid and CPR certificate
- Level II Secret Clearance AND ERS Reliability Clearance or Greater.
- The ability to stand for long periods of time and complete frequent patrols
- Good understanding of computers
- Customer service/reception/administrative skills
- The ability to work alone while maintaining a high level of service to the client is essential
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, can multitask and be a professional who takes pride in your dress, deportment and performance.
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.
