Edison Properties is seeking to hire a full-time, permanent Mobile Patrol Security Guard. As a Mobile Patrol Security Guard, assigned to both residential and commercial buildings, the primary responsibility will be to protect multiple properties through vehicle-based patrols. Duties will include monitoring for suspicious activity, unauthorized access, and safety hazards, as well as responding to disturbances and addressing tenant concerns. The selected candidate will serve as a visible security presence to deter criminal behavior and foster a safe environment for residents, tenants, and visitors. This role requires strong situational awareness, excellent communication skills, and the ability to document incidents and patrols accurately.
Main Responsibilities:
Patrolling/Reporting:
- Conduct scheduled and random mobile patrols of assigned locations.
- Monitor for signs of unauthorized entry, property damage, or unusual activity.
- Lock or unlock premises, gates, or equipment as required.
- Respond promptly to alarms and incidents, completing incident reports.
- Document patrol activity using daily logs and digital reporting tools.
- Interact professionally with clients, employees, and members of the public.
- Perform site checks to ensure all security equipment is functioning properly.
- Report maintenance issues or safety hazards to the appropriate parties.
- Follow company and client-specific procedures and protocols.
- Operate patrol vehicles safely, maintaining vehicle cleanliness and readiness.
Emergency Response:
- Respond to emergencies as they arise (break-ins, vandalism).
Customer Focus:
- Serve as the first point of contact for clients, tenants, employees, and the public in a professional and approachable manner.
- Provide courteous, respectful, and helpful service at all times.
- Actively listen to customer concerns and respond with empathy and urgency.
- Maintain a calm, composed demeanor during challenging or high-pressure situations.
- Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Represent the organization with integrity and professionalism at all times.
Job Requirements:
- Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent; successful completion of a certified Manitoba Security Guard Basic Training course.
- Valid Manitoba Security Guard License.
- Require 3 years of experience, preferably in an in-house security position.
- Clear Criminal Records Check, Vulnerable Sector Check required and to be maintained.
- Computer Word/Excel and CCTV experience an asset.
- Personal protective Equipment required: Safety boots, uniform provided.
- Available to work 8-10 hour shifts in the evenings/nights, Tuesday-Saturday.
- Must be in good physical condition, as there is foot patrolling.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
- Asset training to have: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, Canadian First-Aid Training, MOAB , Mental Health: Awareness & Sensitive training.
Satisfaction and fun are something we strive for in our work environment, so we offer a friendly and positive work environment along with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (that include health, health care spending account, dental, group life, long-term disability, and a group DPSP/RRSP matching program).
To Apply:
Please apply with a cover letter outlining how you meet the job requirements above along with your resume. We thank all applicants, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Edison Properties is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation or any other category protected by law. Edison Properties supports requests for accommodation from applicants with disabilities.
