Hold a British Columbia Security Licence and an Alberta Security Licence, with assistance available for obtaining the Alberta licence.
Hold a Basic First Aid (OFA1) Certificate or be willing to obtain one.
Complete Advanced Security Training.
Hold a British Columbia Class 4 unrestricted driver's licence and have a clean driver's abstract.
Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and have lived in Canada for the last five or more years to obtain clearances and a Restricted Area Identity Card.
Have at least 2–3 years of security experience, preferably in a similar setting.
Be able to work in a high-stress environment.
Be able to undertake and pass additional training required by the site.
Responsibilities
Ensure the safety and security of individuals in custody, including monitoring high-risk individuals at various locations.
Oversee and manage designated areas, control access, and maintain security protocols.
Conduct routine and random searches of premises, report irregularities, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
Manage intake procedures, document personal belongings, and handle items according to safety guidelines.
Communicate using radio equipment and follow standard communication protocols.
Administer basic first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and other emergency responses as needed, and document incidents appropriately.
Implement use-of-force protocols and assist in restraining or controlling individuals when required.
Maintain accurate records and reports on security activities and incidents in compliance with established policies.
Conduct well-being checks and monitor individuals for safety concerns, including self-harm prevention.
Report and handle prohibited items or contraband discovered during searches, ensuring proper storage and documentation.
Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of fleet vehicles to verify mechanical condition, security, and equipment compliance.
Search high-risk individuals and their luggage, log valuables, and ensure proper handling during transport.
Ensure the safe custody and secure transport of high-risk individuals in compliance with vehicle safety codes and escort protocols.
Clean and sanitize vehicles after trips and maintain fleet-vehicle hygiene.
Escort high-risk individuals to and from courts, airports, and other facilities while maintaining security.
Submit timely incident reports for vehicle accidents or damage during detainee transport.
Transfer personal property, including money, valuables, and medication, to high-risk individuals and complete the required transaction documentation.
Desired Qualifications
Flexible availability would be an asset.
Security experience in a similar setting is preferred.
Deadline to apply: September 9, 2026 by 2pm
Commissionaires BC is seeking dedicated and professional CBSA Security Guards - Enhanced Transport to join our team at a Surrey location. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and transporting individuals who have arrived via the airport but are not authorized to enter the country, ensuring the safety and security of all involved. For this role, successful applicants must be comfortable transporting individuals from Surrey to Alberta.
For clearance requirements, all successful applicants must hold Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.
Schedule: Full time Pay rate: $29.65/hr
Guard Job responsibilities:
Ensure the safety and security of individuals in custody, including monitoring high-risk individuals at various locations.
Oversee and manage designated areas, controlling access and maintaining security protocols.
Conduct routine and random searches of premises, reporting any irregularities and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.
Manage intake procedures, document personal belongings, and ensure proper handling of items as per safety guidelines.
Communicate effectively using radio equipment and follow standard communication protocols.
Administer basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency responses as needed, documenting incidents appropriately.
Implement use-of-force protocols and assist in restraining or controlling individuals when required, ensuring safety at all times.
Maintain accurate records and reports on security activities and incidents, ensuring compliance with established policies.
Conduct well-being checks and monitor individuals for safety concerns, including self-harm prevention and other related activities.
Report and handle any prohibited items or contraband discovered during searches, ensuring proper storage and documentation.
Additional Transport Responsibilities:
Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of fleet vehicles, ensuring mechanical condition, security, and equipment compliance per policies and procedures.
Perform searches on high-risk individuals and their luggage, logging valuables and ensuring proper handling during transport.
Ensure the safe custody and secure transport of high-risk individuals, complying with vehicle safety codes and escort protocols.
Complete vehicle cleaning and sanitization post-trip, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene of fleet vehicles.
Escort high-risk individuals to and from various locations, including courts, airports, and other facilities, ensuring security at all times.
Submit timely incident reports for any vehicle accidents or damage during detainee transport, as required by policies and procedures.
Ensure proper transfer of personal property (money, valuables, medication) to high-risk individuals, completing necessary transaction documentation.
Must haves:
BC Security Licence and Alberta Security Licence (can assist with obtaining Alberta licence)
Basic First Aid (OFA1) Certificate or willingness to obtain
Advanced Security Training
BC Class 4 Unrestricted Drivers Licence and clean drivers abstract
Canadian citizen or permanent resident, having lived in Canada for the last 5 or more years in order to obtain clearances & RAIC
At least 2-3 years security experience, preferably in a similar setting
Ability to work in a high stress environment
Ability to undertake and pass additional training as per site requirements
Flexible availability would be an asset
What’s in it for you:
Work for a reputable company who has proudly served Canada for 100 years
Competitive compensation and benefits
Opportunity to gain skills and experience for career development in a law enforcement environment
Opportunities for growth and development within the organization
Our Story Commissionaires BC is a Canadian, not-for-profit security/enforcement organization that has been in business since 1927. Our mandate is to give back to those who served and continue to serve in our communities and country. Commissionaires is the leading supplier of security services for the federal government. From access control and front desk security, to 24/7 control room operations, we provide high-level security services to our federal clients.