Training & Benefits

Commissionaires BC provides security guard training and employment.

Commissionaires BC provides extensive entry-level and on-site training as well as opportunities for additional training in support of career advancement.

Entry Level Training – Candidates joining Commissionaires BC receive provincially mandated BST training. To maintain our high standards, we require a passing grade of 75% compared to the provincial requirement of 60%. In addition to mandated training, we also train entry-level commissionaires in:

  • Occupational First Aid – Level 1 Qualification;
  • WorldHost Training as approved by Tourism BC.

See our Training Schedule for course dates and times.

In line with our ISO requirements, Commissionaires BC promotes on-site training. To meet our client’s needs, we work closely with our clients to develop post orders. Once developed, the Site Supervisor trains commissionaires to meet these specific job requirements.

Supervisor Training

Due to our large decentralized organization, on-site personnel are empowered to meet specific client needs. Our on-site supervisors receive an intensive 10 day specialty training program which exceeds the Canadian General Standards Board Specifications (CAN/CGSB – 133.2.92) for uniformed security supervisors. In addition, several refresher seminars for supervisors are held throughout the year.

Other Training

To promote the highest level of professionalism, Commissionaires BC supports specialized training that both serves our clients and strengthens commissionaires’ career advancement potential. Training includes:

  • Occupational First Aid Level 2 and 3;
  • Specialized computer training;
  • Bylaw enforcement i.e. Issuing violation tickets;
  • Custodial training for jail guards;
  • Detainee escort training for Immigration Canada;
  • Wildlife control for airports;
  • Radio licence for airports;
  • Traffic control;
  • Airside drivers licence training;
  • Monitoring room training;
  • Alarm system management;
  • Central dispatch;
  • Cashier;
  • Airport passenger and luggage screening;
  • Card access control system;
  • Site specific hospital training e.g. code white response.

Benefits

Based on successful completion of a 90 day probationary period, commissionaires are enrolled in benefits. To maintain coverage, commissionaires must work at least 20 hours a week in order to be entitled to our full benefit package.

Our extensive benefit package for full time commissionaires includes, but is not limited to:

  • Group life insurance (shared cost);
  • Group extended health, dental and prescription drug plan (shared cost);
  • Group AD & D insurance with loss of wage protection and 24/7 coverage for business or pleasure;
  • TD asset builder group RRSP;
  • Optional critical illness coverage;
  • Optional additional life insurance;
  • Progressive vacation pay based on length of service.

Some additional benefits and perks for being a member of Commissionaires BC include:

  • Free uniforms, and dry cleaning of most uniform items;
  • Employee recognition – Service Awards & Kudos;
  • Attendance at Special Events e.g. golf tournament, annual awards, etc.;
  • Eligibility for Employee Referral Bonus Program (see Policies for more details);
  • Corporate Discounts e.g. government rates at specific hotels;
  • Internal promotional opportunities (see competitive process for more details).