Security Guard

About Backwoods

Backwoods Security Services is a leading supplier of security services in Western Canada. We have been able to attract best-in-class management, staff, and operators from across the industry, allowing us to successfully complete some of the largest midstream and utility projects in Alberta. Moreover, we have become the largest employer of Alexis band members, the largest independent source of income in the community.

Each day, our team strives to live our mission of driving economic opportunity by empowering Indigenous people and communities. The work we do at Backwoods is meaningful, as it helps build and grow the Alexis community. Experiencing the impact that our work has for building a sustainable future for Alexis is something we are passionate about.

Backwoods Security Services is 100% owned by the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation and one of the largest Indigenous owned companies in Canada.

Backwoods Security Services is currently seeking Security Guards for a team of guards at a Commercial Facility located out in Sturgeon County.

Schedule: Night Shift / Day Shift, 7 on, 7 off, 12-hour shifts

Where

What we offer

• Reliable Work hours
• Competitive Wages
• A competitive Health Benefit Package
• Uniforms and PPE
• Training Opportunities
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Recognition Programs
• Making impacts within Indigenous Communities and People

The Role

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by patrolling and monitoring premises
• Monitor surveillance equipment, inspect buildings, equipment and access points
• Access Control: Permit authorized persons entry to site when required
• Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, inform violators of policy and procedures; restrain if necessary
• Control traffic by directing drivers
• Complete daily Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHA’s) and Daily Occurrence Reports (DOR’s) and Incident Reports (IR’s) when required
• Maintain environment by monitoring and setting building and equipment controls
• Arrive on time for shift. If you know you will be unable to fulfill your duties, you must communicate with the on-call supervisor ahead of time
• Able to work efficiently and effectively both as part of a team or individually

What We're Looking For

• Alberta Security License (required)
• Class 5 Driver's License
• Standard First Aid with CPR
• CSTS (required)
• H2S Awareness (preferred)
• Objectivity, emotional control and dependability
• Communicates clearly and professionally with customers, colleagues and stakeholders
• Able to follow complex instructions, both written and verbal
• Knowledgeable about security operations and procedures
• Site orientations as needed and requested

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.