Security Guard - Retail

Backwoods Security; City of Lloydminster; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after six months

Uniforms provided

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Backwoods Security Services is seeking a reliable Security Guard to join our team in Lloydminster, Alberta. The role features 10–12 hour shifts, four days on and three days off, with local applicants encouraged to apply.

Wage is $19.00 per hour, with benefits after six months and uniforms provided. Applicants must reside within one hour of Lloydminster and have a valid Alberta Security Licence and First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Alberta Security Services Licence is required.
• Standard First Aid Certification is required.
• Minimum one year of security guard experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for clients, employees and visitors.
• Monitor surveillance and inspect buildings, equipment and access points.
• Control access and ensure only authorized individuals enter restricted areas.
• Prevent theft, loss and property damage by identifying suspicious activity and policy violations.
• Direct traffic and assist with vehicle movement as needed.
• Complete daily safety and incident reports as required.

Skills

Security licence

First Aid

Customer service

Punctuality

Job description

As one of the largest employers of Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation community members, Backwoods is a fast-growing organization dedicated to economically empowering Indigenous communities from within. As a leading supplier of access and matting solutions, civil and forestry services, pipeline maintenance and security services in Western Canada, we have been able to attract best-in-class management and operators from across the industry, allowing us to successfully complete some of the largest midstream and utility projects in Alberta and ensuring a steady stream of work for our teams across all divisions. We deliver operational excellence across diverse industrial services, combining field-tested crews, proven systems, and a commitment to developing Indigenous leadership skills to meet our clients’ high standards of safety, quality, and reliability. We support cultural awareness for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous staff to ensure staff collaborate respectfully, learn from each other, and move forward with a shared sense of purpose.

Backwoods Security Services | Lloydminster, AB

LOCAL APPLICANTS ONLY – Applicants must reside within one hour of Lloydminster, Alberta.

Backwoods Security Services is currently seeking a reliable and professional Security Guard to join our team at a retail mall in Lloydminster, Alberta. This position typically works 4 days on, 3 days off with shifts ranging from 10–12 hours.

If you are dependable, have strong communication skills, and enjoy working in a customer-facing environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Wage: $19.00 per hour
Schedule: 10–12-hour shifts

What We Offer

• Competitive health benefits package after six months of employment
• All required uniforms
• Opportunities for career growth and development

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for clients, employees, and visitors through regular patrols and monitoring of the premises.
• Monitor surveillance equipment and inspect buildings, equipment, and access points.
• Perform access control duties and ensure only authorized individuals enter restricted areas when required.
• Help prevent theft, loss, and property damage by identifying and reporting suspicious activity and addressing policy violations.
• Direct traffic and assist with vehicle movement when required.
• Complete daily Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs), Daily Occurrence Reports (DORs), and Incident Reports (IRs) as required.
• Inspect Backwoods vehicles and notify the Field Manager when maintenance or servicing is needed.
• Monitor building conditions and equipment to help maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Arrive on time and ready for every scheduled shift. Communicate with the on-call supervisor as early as possible if unable to attend a shift.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team while maintaining a professional and customer-focused approach.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid Alberta Security Services Licence ( required ).
• Valid Standard First Aid Certification ( required ).
• Previous experience working as a Security Guard (minimum one year preferred).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Flexible availability to work various days, with 10–12-hour shifts.
• Availability for overtime when required.
• Must live within one hour of Lloydminster, Alberta. Local applicants only.