Overview
Security guards and workers in related security service occupations guard and implement security measures to protect property against theft, vandalism and fire; to control access to establishments; to maintain order and enforce regulations at public events and within establishments; to perform screening of passengers, luggage or cargo; to conduct private investigations for clients or employers and to provide other protective services not elsewhere classified. They are employed by public or private security agencies, residential complexes, educational, cultural, financial and health institutions, retail establishments, investigation service companies, transportation facilities, and organizations throughout the private and public sectors, or they may be self-employed.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Security guards
Control access to establishments, operate security control-room equipment and patrol assigned areas to guard against theft, vandalism and fire
Enforce regulations to maintain order and resolve conflicts and to monitor establishment activities
Ensure safety and emergency procedures are followed
Issue passes and direct visitors to appropriate areas and check age identification of patrons.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
$33,354
$42,156
$59,296
Usual Hours Worked Weekly: 35.54
Job openings
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British Columbia
2,127expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Completion of secondary school is usually required.
A college diploma in law and security or police technology may be required.
Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) certification is required for screening officers.
Certification requirements
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
No post-secondary education required
No post-secondary education required. You can work in this career without post-secondary education. Some on the job training may be provided. With additional training or experience, you may be able to progress into higher level, supervisory or management positions.