Protecting people, property, and information
Conducting on-foot perimeter and search patrols (inside and outdoors)
Monitoring and responding to alarm and security systems
Ensuring health and safety in the workplace
Adhering to CNS’ Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, systems, and practices (and those of the Clients we serve)
Respecting CNS policies, Site Work Instructions, and Site Supervisor’s direction
Other functions may include patrolling, reception/administration, reporting, emergency management and access control

Requirements

Be aged 19 or older;
Have eligibility to work in Canada;
Not have a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted;
Be able to provide fingerprints and complete a criminal record check;
Be eligible to apply for, and attain, a Government of Canada personnel security screening;
Have a valid Nova Scotia's Driver's License, or reliable transportation to/from the worksites.
Superior attention to detail with very good verbal communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Computer literacy, and/or an aptitude to learn is an asset
Mental alertness with an ability to:
demonstrate a strong work ethic and “Can Do” attitude
react calmly, quickly, and appropriately in any crisis
concentrate and remain alert for up to 12 hours
communicate observed characteristics/behaviour (good memory)
demonstrate problem-solving and sound judgement
Physical fitness with an ability to:
climb multiple flights of stairs with ease
navigate uneven terrain during foot patrols (in all weather conditions)
display good dexterity and balance
rely on all senses in assessing changes to the work environment

Benefits

Higher-than-industry pay rates
Health, drug, and dental benefits
Life and accident insurance
Vacation pay, plus five days personal time off
RRSP/TFSA matching
Free uniforms and equipment
High-quality, formal, and on-job training
Annual paid loyalty award
Education assistance funds and family scholarship programs
Advancement opportunities within a large, national organization

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

criminal record checkGovernment of Canada personnel security screeningNova Scotia's Driver's Licensecomputer literacy

Soft Skills

attention to detailverbal communicationcustomer servicestrong work ethicproblem-solvingsound judgementmental alertnessability to react in crisisgood memoryphysical fitness