Job Description

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Job Skills / Requirements

Job Title: Rapid Response Guard

Site: City of Brampton - 150 Central Park Drive, Brampton, ON L6V0A3

Compensation: $19.10/an hour

Employment Type: Full Time

Hours: Continental Nights (1900-0700) 

Overtime: Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours 

Internal Posting Date: March 16, 2026

Internal Closing Date: March 20, 2026  

External Closing Date: March 31, 2026

About the Role

City of Brampton's Rapid Response Guard provides a uniform security presence at various City of Brampton locations including Rose Theatre, City Hall, Civic Centre, and other Downtown Brampton facilities, properties, assets, and events

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to and report all incidents of criminal activity, suspicious activity, and hazardous situations. 
• Conduct proactive patrols (interior and exterior); address policy breaches and note facility concerns.
• Unlock and lock doors and offices; provide access control.
• Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons.
• Attend and investigate security alarms and emergencies in a timely and professional manner.
• De-escalate crises and liaise with emergency personnel including police, fire, and paramedics.
• Write detailed incident reports for all emergency and day-to-day activities. 
• Provide first aid and medical response as required. 
• Log in/out of key, radio, and pager audits.
• Ensure buildings are secured after hours.
• Complete patrols using electronic guard tour software.
• Respond to all types of occurrences; contribute to team effort as needed. 
• Deter and enforce prohibited acts (loitering, panhandling, smoking, skateboarding, cycling).

Requirements

• Minimum two (2) years of security guard experience in a municipal government or corporate environment (asset).
• Dispatch and Mobile experience considered an asset.
• Valid Security Guard Licence for the Province of Ontario.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certification.
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence with a 3-year clean Driver's Abstract.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Must participate in professional development and on-site leveling system requirements.
• Must complete all required site training within 30 days of on-site hire date.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB). Applicants who do not possess these certifications can opt into Paladin's Use of Force (UOF)/Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certification program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• The UOF/MOAB certification is not paid as it is a pre-employment requisite; however, Paladin will cover all the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability
• Pursuing careers in law enforcement, public safety, or emergency response.
• Experienced in de-escalation and conflict management. 
• Comfortable working with vulnerable populations.
• Calm and professional under pressure; strong communicators and team players.
• Quick to assess and respond to rapidly evolving situations across multiple downtown facilities.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, detailed incident report
• Comfortable operating across high-profile venues including Rose Theatre, City Hall, and Civic Centre.
• Previous dispatch or mobile patrol experience considered a strong asset.

Why Choose Paladin?

• Daily pay available — your paycheck, on your schedule
• Additional Perks

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (All)

Valid G Licence
First Aid, CPR Level C
Valid Ontario Security License

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!
The Paladin Difference starts with our people; 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!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and 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 candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays