Start Your Career in Security – No Experience Needed

Start Your Career in Security – No Experience Needed

Ottawa, Canada

Company
Commissionaires Ottawa
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$19 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
Join Commissionaires Ottawa as a Security Guard. Whether you’re coming from retail, hospitality, warehouse, trades, or customer service; we’ll help you build a career in security. No prior experience required; we provide full training and licensing prep.

Why Work With Us?
• Competitive hourly wages
• Health & dental benefits for you and your family
• Paid vacation & RRSP matching to help plan your future
• Free uniforms and training
• Referral bonuses, service awards & second-language subsidies

What You’ll Do
• Greet visitors and monitor access at reception areas
• Patrol sites indoors and outdoors to keep people safe
• Operate security systems and complete daily reporting
• Assist the public and respond professionally to situations

What You Need
• No security experience required; your customer service, warehouse, or retail skills transfer well
• Must be able to obtain an Ontario Security Guard License (we’ll guide you through it)
• Must be eligible for Secret-Level Security Clearance (PSPC) – requires 2 valid government-issued IDs (we’ll support you through the process)
• Reliable, professional, and customer-focused
• Comfortable working shifts and outdoors in all weather

Apply Today

Take the first step into a stable career with full benefits and growth opportunities at Commissionaires Ottawa. Apply now — we’ll provide the support and training to help you succeed.

NOTE: Only those candidates that meet the specified requirements will be considered for this position. Candidates that do not meet the requirements may be considered for similar opportunities.

Commissionaires’ values the diversity of our workforce and respects its employees as individuals, regardless of race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender and age.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Commissionaires’ Policies on Accommodation, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Commissionaires’ hiring process.

Commissionaires-Ottawa does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. However, please be aware that some third-party tools we utilize in our recruiting and selection process may incorporate AI technology.

We appreciate all who apply, however we will only be contacting candidates of interest.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs in Canada

Q What is the hourly wage range for security guard jobs in Canada in 2026?
According to the Government of Canada Job Bank, security guards earn low wages of $17.50 per hour, median wages of $22.50 per hour, and high wages of $31.00 per hour as of 2026. Entry-level positions without experience start at $17.50 per hour nationally. Full-time annual median salary is $46,800 CAD based on 2,080 hours.
Q What work permit do international applicants need for security guard jobs in Canada in 2026?
Foreign workers require a Temporary Foreign Worker Program work permit, with employers obtaining a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) at $1,000 CAD per position. LMIA processing takes 10 business days for higher-paid roles over $28.85/hour median. Work permit application fee is $155 CAD with biometrics $85 CAD.
Q What education and experience are required for entry-level security guard jobs in Canada?
A secondary school diploma or equivalent is the minimum education required, with no prior experience needed for entry-level roles. Most provinces mandate a 40-hour security guard training course and first aid/CPR certification. Licensing fees range from $65 to $125 CAD depending on the province.
Q What documents do I need to apply for security guard jobs in Canada?
Required documents include a resume, provincial security guard license, vulnerable sector criminal record check costing $25-$75 CAD, and valid government-issued photo ID. A class G driver's license and WHMIS certificate are often needed for mobile patrols. Submit via employer websites or Job Bank postings.
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