Security Event Guards - $18.50 per hour

Securitas Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; 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 special events security guards for the Edmonton area. The position requires availability for 80% of major events in the 2026 season and pays $18.50 per hour.

You will perform site security, observe and report incidents, conduct security checks with EVOLV, and maintain safety for staff and attendees. Alberta security license and AGLC certification are required or obtainable; open evenings and weekends are needed.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Alberta Security License.
• Event security experience is preferred.
• Open availability during evenings and weekends.
• Able to obtain/complete AGLC Protect and Preserve certification.
• Reliable transportation to sites.

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports activities and incidents at client sites to protect property and personnel.
• Performs security checks using the EVOLV system, including bag search and pat-downs.
• Work where liquor is sold; obtain AGLC certification as required.
• Provide security in all weather, outdoors during events.
• Maintain 80% availability for major events in 2026.
• Write effective incident reports with accurate facts.
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Control access and verify government ID at client sites.
• Patrol sites and respond to incidents/disturbances.
• Deliver excellent customer service while minimizing risk.
• Preserve evidence or scene of incidents; use radios to report.

Skills

English proficiency

Open availability

Communication

Education

Alberta Security License

AGLC certification (Protect and Preserve)

Tools

EVOLV system

Job description

Location: EDMONTON

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

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.

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

Further information about the Company: www.securitas.ca

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Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we're looking for you to join the Securitas team.