# Event Security Guard - Kitchener

**Company:** [Classet](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/7kFd1P1qo7VHsXyg1fW116.md)
**Location:** Waterloo, Canada
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Temporary
**Department:** Paladin Security

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## Description

### Paladin Security is Hiring an Event Security Guard!

**Location:** Waterloo, ON  
**Site:** Wilfrid Laurier University – Waterloo Campus  
**Schedule:** Event-Based, 8–12 Hour Shifts  
**Pay Rate:** CA$20.45/hour  
**Employment Type:** Temporary Contract  
**Contract Dates:** August 31 – October 30, 2026  
**Mandatory Availability:** Saturday, September 26, 2026  
**Work Location:** On-Site

### Overview

Paladin Security is seeking professional, alert, and community-minded **Event Security Guards** to support campus safety at **Wilfrid Laurier University’s Waterloo Campus** during the busy fall event season.

This temporary contract is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event security, crowd management, and access control while helping maintain a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, visitors, and the broader campus community.

Successful candidates will be comfortable working in busy public environments, communicating over two-way radios, managing crowds, and using sound judgment and de-escalation skills when responding to challenging situations.

### Responsibilities

-   Monitor crowds and maintain a visible security presence throughout assigned areas.
-   Check wristbands and credentials at designated access control points.
-   Help ensure only authorized individuals enter restricted areas.
-   Maintain clear and professional communication using an assigned two-way radio.
-   Keep communication equipment operational and accessible throughout the shift.
-   Report security concerns, suspicious activity, and incidents to supervisors.
-   Relocate between assigned posts when directed by site supervisors.
-   Communicate professionally with students, staff, visitors, and members of the public.
-   Use conflict resolution and verbal de-escalation techniques when handling challenging interactions.
-   Follow site procedures and supervisor instructions throughout each event.
-   Remain alert and professional while standing or walking for extended periods.
-   Perform duties outdoors in varying weather conditions.
-   Help maintain a safe, positive, and welcoming environment for the university community.

## Requirements

### Must Have

-   Valid Ontario Security Guard License.
-   Valid WSIB-approved First Aid & CPR Level C certification.
-   Availability to work on **Saturday, September 26, 2026**.
-   Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods of up to 12 hours.
-   Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
-   Clear and professional verbal communication skills.
-   Strong conflict de-escalation abilities.
-   Legal authorization to work in Canada.

### Nice to Have

-   Previous experience in event security, campus security, or crowd control.
-   Previous experience using radio communications in a fast-paced environment.

## Benefits

-   **CA$20.45/hour** compensation.
-   8–12 hour event shifts.
-   Daily pay option through Paladin's "work today, get paid today" program.
-   Uniforms provided at no cost.
-   Professional training and development opportunities.
-   Hands-on experience in event and campus security.
-   Opportunity to develop crowd management, access control, communication, and de-escalation skills.