Security Guards
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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 Profile, Career Cruising (Profile for Security Guard)