Event Security

Overview

Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE !
Do you have superior customer service skills and a passion for helping people? Are you able to think quickly on your feet and defuse difficult situations? Your track record of handling a great deal of responsibility combined with your varied life experience and enthusiasm for a job well done make you an ideal candidate for our team! The Paladin Difference starts with our officers; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Job Skills / Requirements

We are currently accepting applications for casual/on-call Event Security Officers to join our growing team in Cranbrook. Supervisory, and team lead roles are also available. We have something for everyone! Shifts are typically in the evenings and on weekends and would pair well with a full-time job to offer some supplemental income. Some of the roles we are looking to fill are:

• Stage front Security
• Security Roamers
• Backstage and Loading Bay Security
• Access Control Security
• Security Supervisors
• Event Staff Supervisors
• Ticket Scanners
• Ushers
• Medics
WHAT YOU WILL DO

Our Event Team at event-based facilities conduct regular patrols, perform bag checks and pat downs, provide impeccable customer service, first aid, respond to incidents and emergencies as required and maintain security presence. Events are a dynamic and fast paced work environment where things are constantly changing, and there are always interesting challenges to solve.

YOU'RE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:

• Provide exceptional customer service, with an exceptional smile.
• Have strong communication skills.
• Hold a valid OFA 1/Advance Security Training or are willing to obtain.
• Are eligible to work in Canada.
• Are in need of supplemental income.
• Have prior experience with events and a valid security license, which are considered an asset. If not, you're in luck! We will help you acquire your security license and even pay for it.
NICE TO HAVE:

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills, including working under pressure.
• Strong Teamwork skills.
• Discretion when handling confidential and private information.
• Ability to pass a security clearance.
• Ability to stand, walk and sit for extended periods of time.
• Flexible availability including weekends and evening shifts.
• Must be at least 19 years of age (for Security Positions) and have a high school diploma.

Wage: $22.50/hour

Education Requirements (Any)

High School Diploma/GED

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. We believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

This job reports to the Client Service Manager

This is a As Needed position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekends.

Number of Openings for this position: 10