Posted 27 days ago
Rural Casual Guard
@ Paladin Security Group
Crowsnest Pass, Alberta
Overview
Paladin Security Group is hiring casual, temporary Rural Security Guards for Alberta Health Services facilities across southern Alberta. The work is continuous foot patrol of large healthcare sites, guest service, incident reporting and emergency response, on flexible day and overnight rotations, with a valid Alberta Security Worker License required.
Pay:
$20 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Conduct continuous foot patrols of healthcare facilities, up to 18 to 20 km per shift
- Greet patients, staff and visitors and handle lost and found inquiries
- Monitor building security and report maintenance hazards
- Respond to alarms, emergencies and medical calls with basic first aid
- Log activities on two-way radios and write detailed incident reports
Requirements summary:
- Valid Alberta Security Worker License or ability to obtain one
- Legally authorized to work in Canada
- Flexible availability for day and overnight shift rotations
- Ability to walk long patrols and climb stairs
- Strong spoken and written English
- Excellent customer service and sound independent judgment
Tools & skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-07
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Security & protective services |
| Schedule | day, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Client sites |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Alberta Security Worker License, Standard First Aid, CPR |
| Driver’s licence | preferred |
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Paladin Security Group
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Full company description
As one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, boasting Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Paladin is Canada’s leading security company, with services and superior expertise that span all types of protection. Our outstanding people, ongoing training, state-of-the-art technology, advanced monitoring stations and passion for customer service excellence enable us to provide the most responsive and effective customer service in the industry. About Us Paladin was established in 1976 to provide basic Security Officer services. From modest beginnings with four employees and one contract, Paladin has grown into one of the largest security companies in Canada with offices from coast to coast. Our Mission Paladin’s mission is to provide our clients with the finest security services and products available. With our extensive range of products and services, we care for our clients’ safety and security. We strive to provide the very best in quality, and therefore commit to investing heavily into the selection, training, support, supervision and personal development of our people.
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As one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, boasting Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Paladin is Canada’s leading security company, with services and superior expertise that span all types of protection. Our outstanding people, ongoing training, state-of-the-art technology, advanced monitoring stations and passion for customer service excellence enable us to provide the most responsive and effective…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Security and Investigations |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Burnaby, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1976 |
| Specialties | Security GuardsSpecialized SecuritySecurity Systemsand Investigations |
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Role Overview
Rural Security Guards play a vital role in maintaining safe, welcoming environments for healthcare staff, patients, and visitors across southern Alberta. Working on a casual, temporary basis, you will support Alberta Health Services (AHS) facilities across Crowsnest Pass, Pincher Creek, Cardston, Raymond, Fort Macleod, and surrounding communities.
This role offers the chance to do meaningful work in your regional community while staying physically active. If you thrive on variety, enjoy helping others, and maintain a steady composure during challenging situations, this role offers an approachable pathway into healthcare security.
What Success Looks Like
Success in this position means being a visible, reassuring, and approachable presence across healthcare sites while proactively preventing safety risks.
On a day-to-day basis, you will:
Conduct continuous foot patrols across large healthcare facilities, walking up to 18 to 20 kilometers per shift and navigating stairs.
Greet patients, staff, and visitors, providing helpful customer service and handling lost and found inquiries.
Monitor building security, report maintenance hazards, and ensure site policies are respected.
Use two-way radios and computer software to log daily activities and write clear, detailed incident reports.
In critical moments, you will:
De-escalate tense or emotionally charged situations using calm, professional communication.
Respond promptly to security alarms, facility emergencies, and medical calls, providing basic first aid support when needed.
Coordinate directly with emergency responders, including police, fire, and paramedic services.
Manage crowd control or assist with evicting unauthorized individuals when necessary.
Qualifications & Requirements
Must-Have Requirements
Licensing: A valid Alberta Security Worker License, or the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
Legal Authorization: Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Shift Availability: Willingness and availability to work a flexible casual schedule, including both daytime and overnight shift rotations.
Physical Capability: Ability to complete active foot patrols walking 18 to 20 kilometers per shift and climbing stairs in large building environments.
Communication Skills: Strong spoken and written English skills for writing clear legal reports and communicating clearly over two-way radios.
Key Traits: Excellent customer service skills, strong observation, and the ability to make sound decisions independently in emergency situations.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification (training support may be available).
Previous experience in security, healthcare, customer service, or public-facing roles.
A valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation to travel between regional healthcare sites.
Why Join Our Team?
Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!
The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!
Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you are a dependable, community-minded individual ready to bring a calm and helpful presence to our healthcare facilities, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to begin the application process.
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