Security Guard - Out of Town

Backwoods Energy Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package

Uniforms & PPE provided

Paid training & site orientations

Career growth opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Backwoods Security Services is actively seeking experienced Security Guards to support pipeline projects across Alberta. Positions involve out-of-town assignments with travel to multiple sites.

Wages range from $20.00 to $21.00 per hour, with lodging provided during rotations and a daily LOA to cover meals. These roles are ideal for security professionals who thrive in fast-paced industrial settings and can work 12-hour day/night shifts on rotating schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of industrial security experience.
• Valid Alberta Security Services License is required.
• CSTS certification and First Aid/CPR training are required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment through patrols and monitoring of industrial facilities.
• Control access to site by verifying workers, contractors, and visitors.
• Monitor surveillance systems and report any unusual or suspicious activity.
• Enforce site security policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Complete required reports and documentation.
• Respond to emergencies, alarms, and incidents.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Report writing

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Alberta Security Services License

CSTS certification

Standard First Aid with CPR

Class 5 Driver’s License

Job description

Backwoods Security Services is currently hiring experienced Security Guards to support several upcoming pipeline projects at various locations throughout Alberta.

These opportunities are ideal for security professionals who enjoy working in fast-paced industrial environments and are available for out-of-town assignments of varying durations. Successful candidates may be assigned to one or more projects based on operational requirements.

Wage: $20.00–$21.00 per hour , depending on the project.

Schedule

• 12-hour day and night shifts


• Rotating schedules as required by the project


• Overtime may be available depending on operational needs

Work Locations & Travel Requirements

This position involves out-of-town work assignments at various locations across Alberta. Employees must be prepared to travel to different job sites as required.

Successful candidates are responsible for arranging and providing their own reliable transportation to the designated hotel or initial work location. Once on assignment, hotel accommodations will be provided for the duration of the work rotation.

Adaily Living Out Allowance (LOA)will also be provided to help offset additional living expenses incurred while working away from home, including meals.

Important Information

Work locations will vary throughout Alberta.

These are out-of-town assignments and may require regular travel.

Candidates must have reliable transportation to travel to the designated hotel and/or initial work location.

Hotel accommodations are provided for the duration of each rotation.

A daily LOA is provided to help cover eligible living expenses, such as meals.

Candidates should be comfortable working away from home for the duration of their scheduled rotation.

Expected Start Dates

Most projects are expected to start around mid-September.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages


• Reliable temporary employment opportunities


• Potential for ongoing and future project assignments


• Competitive health benefits package


• Uniforms and required PPE


• Paid training and site orientations


• Career growth opportunities within Backwoods Security Services


• Employee recognition programs


• The opportunity to make a positive impact within Indigenous communities

The Role

As an Industrial Security Guard, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and efficient work environment during critical maintenance shutdowns and turnaround projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment through regular patrols and monitoring of industrial facilities.


• Control access to site by verifying workers, contractors, and visitors.


• Monitor surveillance systems and report any unusual or suspicious activity.


• Enforce site security policies, procedures, and safety regulations.


• Conduct vehicle inspections and traffic control as required.


• Complete Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs), Daily Occurrence Reports (DORs), Incident Reports (IRs), and other required documentation.


• Respond appropriately to emergencies, alarms, and incidents.


• Inspect company vehicles and equipment, reporting maintenance requirements.


• Communicate professionally with clients, contractors, and fellow team members.


• Arrive on time and prepared for each scheduled shift.


• Work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.


• Attend and successfully complete all required client and site orientations.

What We’re Looking For

Required

• Valid Alberta Security Services License


• Minimum one (1) year of industrial experience


• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean or acceptable driver’s abstract (no more than six demerits)


• CSTS certification


• Standard First Aid with CPR


• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to various job sites across Alberta


• Ability to work rotating 12-hour day and night shifts


• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions


• Strong communication, observation, and report-writing skills


• Professional attitude, dependability, and strong work ethic

Preferred

• H2S Alive or H2S Awareness


• CSO (Common Safety Orientation)


• Previous turnaround or shutdown experience


• Experience working in industrial, oil and gas, petrochemical, or utility environments