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Tactical Security Guard

@ BLACKBIRD SECURITY INC.

Canada

$19–$20/hrFull-time
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Overview

Blackbird Security is hiring Tactical Security Guards in Coquitlam, BC, to prevent shoplifting and protect retail clients through patrol, monitoring and incident handling. The role is full time with competitive wages, flexible schedules, paid training and promotion from within. A valid British Columbia Security License is required.

Pay:

$19–$20 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Patrol store aisles and monitor customers
  • Watch security camera footage
  • Confront suspected shoplifters and recover merchandise
  • Escort trespassers and respond to emergencies
  • Complete incident documentation and escalate to police

Requirements summary:

  • Valid British Columbia Security License required
  • Previous security experience in a retail environment
  • Strong written and spoken communication
  • Willingness to attend meetings and improve skills
  • Ability to work without close supervision

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Benefits mentioned

WellnessEmployee discount
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-03
First seen by our source
2026-10-26
Source record updated
2026-10-26

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSecurity & protective services
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingStore
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsBritish Columbia Security License
Perks mentionedFlexible hours, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Wellness, Paid training

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Job description

Ready to make a difference.

Are you committed to protecting your community? Do you want to prevent theft and create a safer environment? Blackbird Security is seeking to hire Tactical Security Guards in Coquitlam, BC.

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive wages

  • Flexible schedules

  • Paid training and growth opportunities to succeed in your role

  • Career advancement opportunities through promotion from within

  • Recognition programs and bonuses

  • Goodlife Fitness Gym Membership - 25% discount on all membership fees (all tiers), $0 enrollment fees and share with one family member (post completion of the probationary period)

What you will do

  • Prevent shoplifter theft in a retail environment while providing customer service to clients, patrons and customers.

  • Patrol store aisles, monitor customers, and watch security camera footage.

  • Confront individuals you suspect of theft, who have unpaid merchandise.

  • Escort trespassers out of the client premises.

  • Perform arrests, detainments, and recover unpaid merchandise

  • Complete required documentation for security incidents such as theft and violations.

  • Escalate situation to law enforcement as required.

  • Respond to emergency situations appropriately in a timely manner.

The Ideal Candidate

  • A Valid British Columbia Security License is required

  • Previous security experience in a retail environment

  • Strong communication skills, both written and spoken, is required

  • Willingness to attend meetings and improve skills

  • Ability to work without close supervision

  • A keen interest in asset protection and crime prevention

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