Mall Security Guard

Position Overview

Position Title: Security Guard
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour
Site: Yorkville Village
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Overtime Methodology: Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours

Site Overview

Yorkville Village is an upscale modern lifestyle destination located in downtown Toronto. Anchored by Whole Foods and Equinox, this luxury commercial center features top names in retail, fashion, fitness, food, and art. The property provides a high-profile, customer-focused environment where maintaining safety and delivering exceptional service go hand in hand.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct mobile and foot patrols across the property, maintaining alertness in all weather conditions.
• Respond immediately to emergencies and coordinate responses according to site protocols.
• Maintain open, professional communication with dispatch, colleagues, management, and client representatives.
• Investigate and document safety hazards, property deficiencies, and security incidents.
• Help enforce site rules and policies while offering courteous assistance to shoppers, tenants, and guests.

Must Haves

• Valid Ontario Security Guard License.
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C certification from a WSIB-approved provider.
• Valid G Class Driver's License with an acceptable abstract (no major convictions, maximum 2 minor convictions, and fewer than 6 demerits in the past 3 years).
• Certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB).
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Proof of two doses of COVID-19 vaccination.

Nice-to-Haves

• Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or a supervisory role.

What's In It For You?

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and recognized holidays.
• Daily pay options to access your earnings when you need them.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Why Join Our Team?

Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – 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.

Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.

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

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.