General Duty Security Guard - Full Time On-Call

Overview

Job Skills / Requirements

Paladin Security is Hiring – General Duty Security Guard, Full Time On Call

Are you looking for a rewarding career in the security industry where you can use your communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills? Paladin Security is looking for reliable and professional Security Professionals to join our team in Calgary.

This is a Full Time On Call position with a 4 days on, 4 days off rotation , working 12-hour shifts. The schedule alternates between 2 weeks of days and 2 weeks of nights .

Position Details

Location: Calgary, AB

Position Type: Full Time / On Call

Schedule: 4 days on, 4 days off

Shift Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

On Call Rate: $18.75/hour when scheduled and not deployed

Deployed Rate: This will fluctuate from $18.75 up when deployed to a client site.

Security Professionals in this role must remain available and reachable by phone throughout their assigned on call shifts. When operational coverage is required, you will be deployed to a client site in Calgary and must be able to report within one hour of notification .

A Day in the Life

• Provide professional security coverage at various client sites throughout Calgary.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Conduct patrols and access control as required.
• Monitor CCTV and other security systems.
• Complete incident reports and maintain accurate documentation.
• Follow site-specific post orders and client requirements.
• Communicate operational concerns and incidents to Operations promptly.
• Maintain a professional appearance and provide excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Valid Alberta Security Licence.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client sites throughout Calgary.
• Reliable mobile phone and ability to remain reachable during on call shifts.
• Ability to report to a deployed site within one hour of notification.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Professional appearance and conduct.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in changing or stressful situations.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
• Ability to work 12-hour day and night shifts on a 4-on/4-off rotation.

Why Join Our Team?

• Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026
• $18.75/hour while scheduled on call and not deployed
• Full time 4-on/4-off rotation
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support
• Opportunities for career growth within Paladin Security

If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, Paladin Security will work with you to meet your needs.

Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (All)

Valid Class 5 License

Additional Information / Benefits

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.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation