Security Event Guards - $18.50 per hour

Securitas Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniform

Virtual training

On the job training

Top industry rates of pay

Continuous learning opportunities

Job summary

Securitas is seeking Security Guards for the Edmonton area to cover major events during the 2026 season. The role requires availability for 80% of events and includes on-site security duties with a pay of $18.50 per hour.

Candidates should have an Alberta Security License and be able to obtain AGLC certification if not already certified. The position involves working mostly outdoors and in varying weather conditions, with uniform provided.

Qualifications

• Must have evening and weekend availability.
• Valid Alberta Security License required.
• AGLC certification of Protect and Preserve is required or able to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report activities at client sites to ensure safety of property and personnel.
• Perform security checks using EVOLV or similar systems, including bag search and pat-downs.
• Maintain professional conduct and communicate clearly in English, both spoken and written.

Skills

Evening and weekend availability

Education

Alberta Security License

Job description

SECURITY GUARD – SPECIAL EVENTS

Location: EDMONTON

Must be available for 80% of all Major Events in the 2026 Special Event Season.

• Event Season April 01, 2026, to December 2026
• $18.50 per hour

Securitas is a global leader in the security industry and has been providing security services since 1899. With over 8,000 employees in 25 District offices across Canada, and 370,000 employees globally, we possess the experience and knowledge to offer a broad range of expert services including: On-site Guarding, Mobile Patrol Guarding, Leading Technology Solutions, Remote Guarding, and Investigations.

We are seeking special events security guards for the Edmonton area

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply. https://www.securitas.ca/careers/security-guard

The posting will remain open until it is filled.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Event Security Guard Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Observes and report activities and incidents at an assigned client site, providing for the security and safety of client property, its assets and personnel.
• Perform Security Checks using systems such as EVOLV system, including Bag Search, pat downs and Wanding protocols.
• Must be able to work where liquor is being sold and be able to be certified with AGLC for Liquor legislation and enforcement.
• Must be able to work in all-weather as most events are outside in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be available to work a minimum of 80% of all Major Events for 2026.
• Must be able to write an effective incident report and ensure all the facts are captured.
• Must be able to communicate effective in English both Verbally and in Writing
• Preserves order and may act to enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises.
• Controls access to client sites or facility through the admittance process including Verifying Government ID
• Must be able to patrol and act accordingly with various types of incidents/disturbances.
• Satisfy client needs by providing excellent customer service while minimizing risk to the client's property and assets.
• Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents. emergencies, or security investigations.
• Use of communication systems such as handheld radios to report and inform.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a valid Alberta Security License
• Event Security Experience is preferred but not mandatory
• Must have Open Availability, especially available during the evening and weekends as most events are within those criteria.
• Must have or be able to complete AGLC certification of Protect and Preserve
• Must be able to work in all-weather as most events are outside in all types of weather conditions.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the site or be able to utilize public transportation.

OTHER BENEFITS

• Free uniform
• Virtual training
• On the job training
• Top industry rates of pay
• Continuous learning opportunities

The posting will remain open until it is filled.

Further information about the Company: www.securitas.ca