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NOC 2021: 64410/ NOC 2016: 6541
Job Description

Security guards protect buildings and areas from theft, fire, vandalism, and illegal entry. Specific duties depend on where you work.

As a security guard you may do the following:

  • control access to establishments
  • operate security control-room equipment
  • patrol assigned areas to guard against theft, vandalism and fire
  • maintain order and resolve conflicts
  • ensure safety and emergency procedures are followed
  • issue passes and direct visitors to appropriate areas
  • check age identification of patrons
  • perform security checks of passengers and luggage at airports

Sources: WorkBC Career ProfileCareer Cruising (Profile for Security Guard)