Pay ranges
Security Staffing pay in Burnaby.
Wondering what security staffing pays in Burnaby? These are the per-hour ranges we see, set by experience, shift, and certifications. They follow local market rates and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data for British Columbia.
| Role | Hourly range |
|---|---|
| Unarmed security officer | $16 to $22 |
| Armed security officer | $20 to $28 |
| Access control officer | $17 to $23 |
| Loss prevention officer | $18 to $25 |
| Security supervisor | $22 to $30 |
| Event security staff | $16 to $24 |
Ranges reflect local market rates and scale with experience, shift, and certifications. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What we check for
- state guard card / license
- armed permit where required
- CPR and first aid
Shifts we cover
- day, swing, and overnight posts
- weekend and event coverage
- 24/7 site rotations
Neighborhoods we cover in Burnaby
- Historic District
- Arts District
- University District
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FAQ
Common questions.
How fast can you fill a security staffing role in Burnaby?
Quickly. Typical fill times for security staffing in Burnaby run licensed officers in 3 to 7 days, event teams within the week, because we work from a bench that is already screened. Brief the role at 1-866-888-6111 and the short list follows in days.
Which security staffing positions can you fill in Burnaby?
In Burnaby we place unarmed security officers, armed security officers, access control officers, loss prevention officers, security supervisors, and event security staffs. Have a role outside that list? Ask, because we probably staff it too.
What is the pay range for security staffing in Burnaby?
Pay depends on the role, the shift, and certifications. In Burnaby, rates run from about $16 per hour for entry roles up to $24 per hour for the most senior. See the pay table above for role by role ranges.
Do you offer temp, temp to hire, and direct hire in Burnaby?
All three. Bring people on temporarily for seasonal work, on temp to hire to test fit first, or on direct hire from day one. We will steer you to the option that fits each Burnaby role.
What checks do security staffing hires in Burnaby go through?
For security staffing, the requirements that matter most are state guard card / license, armed permit where required, and CPR and first aid. We confirm right to work and run background and reference checks before placement.
Which areas around Burnaby do you cover?
We staff Burnaby and the surrounding towns, including Historic District, Arts District, University District. Tell us where your site is and we will confirm coverage.
How does your pricing work for security staffing?
Talking to us and reviewing candidates is free. Temporary placements bill at an hourly rate that covers pay, payroll taxes, workers compensation, and our service. Direct hires carry a one time placement fee. Either way, you get the number in writing first.
Can you staff off hours and peak season in Burnaby?
Yes. We cover day, swing, and overnight posts and weekend and event coverage, including weekend and peak season coverage. Give us the schedule and we staff to it.
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In depth
Security Staffing in Burnaby, explained.
Inside the Burnaby security staffing market
Burnaby is a market of about 250,000 people. Local demand runs across logistics, hospitality, and construction, and those employers all need the same thing: reliable people, hired quickly.
Our candidates come from Burnaby and nearby communities like Historic District, Arts District, University District. Because we keep them screened and ready, you get names in days, not a long open search.
On pay, British Columbia's minimum wage is $17.85. We build rates around what Burnaby employers actually pay so offers land and people stay. Source: U.S. Department of Labor.
From brief to start date in Burnaby
The process is simple and it does not waste your time. We get the security staffing role on paper first, the duties, the schedule, the rate, and the deal breakers.
From there we work our screened bench, check history and credentials, and bring you a short list of people who fit. You interview, and we close the offer and run onboarding so nothing slips.
Three ways to hire in Burnaby
You can bring people on three ways in Burnaby. Temporary covers short term, seasonal, and surge needs, and we run payroll, taxes, and workers compensation while they are on assignment.
Temp to hire lets you try someone on the job before you commit, then convert them to your payroll. Direct hire adds them to your team from day one.
Most Burnaby employers use a mix across the year, and we help you pick the option that fits each role and your budget.
What we staff and how we vet in Burnaby
For security staffing in Burnaby we staff unarmed security officers, armed security officers, access control officers, loss prevention officers, security supervisors, and event security staffs.
We cover day, swing, and overnight posts, plus weekend and event coverage. The requirements that matter most are state guard card / license, armed permit where required, and CPR and first aid.
Every candidate is checked for right to work, work history, and references before they start, so the person who shows up can actually do the job.
Who we hire for in Burnaby
Burnaby employers across logistics, hospitality, and construction use Langford for security staffing year round.
We know the roles these teams run, the shifts they need covered, and what good looks like in the first two weeks. That is why our placements hold past 30 days instead of turning over in week one.
Why Burnaby teams call us first
We move fast, we screen for real, and we stay on the file. A short list reaches you in about one business day for most security staffing roles because we keep a bench warm in Burnaby.
We carry payroll, taxes, and workers compensation on temporary placements, so the paperwork sits with us, not you. And we check in through the first 30 days, so a placement that wobbles gets fixed early.
Call 1-866-888-6111 to start, or tell us about the role online.