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Detention Guard - Merritt, B.C.

Commissionaires Canada
Full-time Merritt, British Columbia Other Protective Service Workers
Posted:
March 17, 2026
Location:
Merritt, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description

Commissionaires BC is looking to hire casual on call detention guards to work with us at the RCMP detachment in Merritt.

Shift Times: On-Call - Days, Evenings and Overnights
Payrate: $22/hr

Position Summary: Under the direction of the RCMP Member responsible for Cell Block Operations, Detention Guards are primarily responsible for monitoring the safety and well-being of persons in custody as well as performing additional duties as required. You must live withing a 60 minutes drive of the detachment. 

Duties And Responsibilities:

  • Observe and check prisoners frequently and irregularly, including the use of CCTV
  • Assist RCMP members in prisoner searches, under direction
  • Organize meals, record prisoner activity, and maintain a prisoner activity logbook
  • Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of cells when vacated or arrange janitor assistance
  • Conduct search of cells prior to occupation and...

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    Job Overview

    Job Type: Full-time
    Location: Merritt, Canada
    Posted: March 17, 2026
    Deadline: April 26, 2026