Healthcare Security Guard - On Call Rotation.
Company
Paladin Security
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
Overview
Job Skills / Requirements
Are you looking for a rewarding career in the security industry, where you can apply your amazing communication and de-escalation skills to help others? If so, Paladin Security’s Healthcare Division may be the right fit for you!
We are looking for friendly and confident Security Professionals to work at a variety of healthcare facilities in Calgary and surrounding areas. This includes hospitals, private clinics, long-term care facilities, and more. Our Healthcare managers work with our employees to find a position and worksite that works well for their lifestyles.
This position works a 4 on, 4 off rotation, alternating between days and nights (2 nights and 2 days).
On Call Security Guards are guaranteed a base rate during all on call hours. This rate jumps to the site-specific rate when called out to shifts, which happens nearly every day. Employee may be traveling more than 50km one-way from the employee's base location. If that is required, travel will be compensated.
Healthcare Security can be a physically and emotionally demanding job. Security Professionals are responsible for providing support, empathy, customer service, and public safety to not only healthcare staff, but also visitors, clients, and patients. The dynamic environments that our Security Professionals work in can be both enjoyable and exciting, but also stressful. Our industry-leading Healthcare managers provide 24-hour support for our employees, with an emphasis on proactively minimizing risks and responding to incidents with real-time guidance.
A day in the life of a Healthcare Security Guard:
While your general duties will vary based on your worksite, you can expect to perform the following tasks in this role:
• Provide access control in/out of the facility, as well as within restricted areas of the facility.
• Monitor and respond to incidents identified around property, including on cameras.
• Conduct patrols of the facility, monitoring for risks such as unlocked doors, blocked entrances/exits, mechanical issues, hazardous materials, and general security breaches.
• Respond to alarms and emergency calls for assistance.
• Investigate and report any irregularities that are identified through the course of your duties.
• Monitor patient safety, documenting and reporting incidents as required
#INDCAL
Education Requirements (All)
High School Diploma/GED
Job Skills / Requirements
Are you looking for a rewarding career in the security industry, where you can apply your amazing communication and de-escalation skills to help others? If so, Paladin Security’s Healthcare Division may be the right fit for you!
We are looking for friendly and confident Security Professionals to work at a variety of healthcare facilities in Calgary and surrounding areas. This includes hospitals, private clinics, long-term care facilities, and more. Our Healthcare managers work with our employees to find a position and worksite that works well for their lifestyles.
This position works a 4 on, 4 off rotation, alternating between days and nights (2 nights and 2 days).
On Call Security Guards are guaranteed a base rate during all on call hours. This rate jumps to the site-specific rate when called out to shifts, which happens nearly every day. Employee may be traveling more than 50km one-way from the employee's base location. If that is required, travel will be compensated.
Healthcare Security can be a physically and emotionally demanding job. Security Professionals are responsible for providing support, empathy, customer service, and public safety to not only healthcare staff, but also visitors, clients, and patients. The dynamic environments that our Security Professionals work in can be both enjoyable and exciting, but also stressful. Our industry-leading Healthcare managers provide 24-hour support for our employees, with an emphasis on proactively minimizing risks and responding to incidents with real-time guidance.
A day in the life of a Healthcare Security Guard:
While your general duties will vary based on your worksite, you can expect to perform the following tasks in this role:
• Provide access control in/out of the facility, as well as within restricted areas of the facility.
• Monitor and respond to incidents identified around property, including on cameras.
• Conduct patrols of the facility, monitoring for risks such as unlocked doors, blocked entrances/exits, mechanical issues, hazardous materials, and general security breaches.
• Respond to alarms and emergency calls for assistance.
• Investigate and report any irregularities that are identified through the course of your duties.
• Monitor patient safety, documenting and reporting incidents as required
#INDCAL
Education Requirements (All)
High School Diploma/GED
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for security guards working in federally regulated industries in Canada during 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada sets the federal minimum wage at $18.75 per hour as of January 1 2026 for security guards in sectors like airports and ports. Overtime pay is required at 1.5 times the rate after 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week. Security guards must receive this rate regardless of contract type.
Do international applicants need a specific work permit to apply for security guard positions in Canada in 2026?
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program for non-residents seeking security guard jobs. Applicants must have a job offer from a licensed employer and an LMIA approval dated after March 2026. Processing takes 4 to 8 weeks with fees of $155 CAD.
What education and licensing are required to qualify for security guard jobs in Canada starting 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada states applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent plus completion of a 40-hour approved security guard training course. A valid provincial security license issued after a criminal record check is mandatory in all provinces. No prior experience is required for entry-level roles.
Which documents are needed to apply for a security guard position through Service Canada in 2026?
Service Canada requires a completed application form a valid government-issued photo ID a security license and proof of training certification dated within the last 12 months. Applicants must also submit a recent criminal record check from the RCMP dated no older than 3 months. Digital uploads are accepted via the Job Bank portal.
