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Temporary Industrial Turnaround Security Guards

  • Edmonton, AB
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 9, 2026
  • 1 position

$21 / hour

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Employment type
Temporary
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Industrial Turnaround Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a secure environment through regular patrols, access control, and monitoring of industrial facilities. They must also document incidents, conduct hazard assessments, and respond to emergencies while enforcing site safety regulations.

Job details

Temporary Industrial Turnaround Security Guards Backwoods Security Services is currently hiring Temporary Security Guards to support several upcoming industrial turnaround and maintenance projects at various locations throughout Alberta. This role will start as soon as possible and last approximately 2.5 months. These opportunities are ideal for security professionals who enjoy working in fast-paced industrial environments and are available for temporary assignments of varying durations. Successful candidates may be assigned to one or more turnaround projects based on operational requirements. Wage: $20.50 per hour Schedule: 12-hour shifts (Days & Nights available) Rotating schedules as required by the project Overtime may be available depending on operational needs Work Locations: An industrial facility located near Fort Saskatchewan. The project site is approximately 45 minutes outside of Edmonton. Please Note: These are not camp positions. Successful candidates must have reliable transportation and be able to travel to and from the assigned work site each day. Expected Start Date: As soon as possible What We Offer Competitive wages Reliable temporary employment opportunities Potential for ongoing and future project assignments Uniforms Career growth opportunities within Backwoods Security Services The opportunity to make a positive impact within Indigenous communities The Role As an Industrial Turnaround 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 include: 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 Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean or acceptable driver's abstract CSTS certification Standard First Aid with CPR Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to various industrial sites (typically up to 45 minutes outside Edmonton) Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts (Both day and night available) Strong communication, observation, and report-writing skills Professional attitude, dependability, and strong work ethic

What you’ll do

The Industrial Turnaround Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a secure environment through regular patrols, access control, and monitoring of industrial facilities. They must also document incidents, conduct hazard assessments, and respond to emergencies while enforcing site safety regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Alberta Security Services License, a Class 5 Driver's License, and CSTS certification. Additionally, they must possess Standard First Aid with CPR and have reliable transportation to travel to industrial sites near Edmonton.

Benefits

  • Competitive wages
  • Uniforms
  • Career growth opportunities

Listed skills

  • Vehicle Inspection · Preferred
  • Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Security patrol
  • Access control
  • Surveillance monitoring
  • Incident reporting
  • Field level hazard assessments
  • Traffic control
  • Emergency response
  • Report writing
  • Communication
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Report Writing
  • Professionalism
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Shift Work
  • First Aid
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Incident Reporting
  • Site Security
  • Traffic Control

Job areas

  • Security & Safety
  • Energy
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Logistics
  • Security Guard
  • Security Officer (General)
  • Security Guards

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