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Casual Data Centre Security Guard

  • Calgary, AB, Canada

Competitive wage of $19.57/hr

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Ready to suit up as a Casual Data Centre Security Guard

Join a High-Profile Data Centre Security Team

Are you looking for flexible work with the potential to grow into a permanent opportunity? GardaWorld is seeking reliable and professional Casual Data Centre Security Guards to support one of our high-profile data centre clients in the Calgary region.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a sophisticated security environment where you'll gain experience with advanced security systems, access control administration, and surveillance monitoring. Successful candidates will be cross-trained across three security areas and provide coverage for vacations, absences, and additional operational needs.

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive wage of $19.57/hr
  • We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
  • Flexible schedules with various shifts available
  • Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
  • Uniform provided at no cost
  • Cross-training in multiple security fuctions and locations
  • Work at a high-profile data centre environment 
  • Free onsite parking 

Responsibilities for Casual Data Centre Security Guard

  • Conduct regular patrols to identify and report security risks, suspicious activities, and safety hazards.
  • Monitor CCTV surveillance systems and respond promptly to security incidents.
  • Operate and monitor security management systems.
  • Manage access control systems, including issuing, programming, monitoring, and deactivating access cards.
  • Control and monitor entry and exit points, ensuring only authorized personnel access the facility.
  • Respond to alarms, emergencies, and access control violations.
  • Complete accurate incident reports, daily activity logs, and shift handover documentation.
  • Assist employees, contractors, and visitors while enforcing site security policies and procedures.
  • Coordinate with site management and emergency services when required.
  • Ensure all security equipment and systems remain operational and report technical issues promptly.

Qualifications for Casual Data Centre Security Guard

  • Authorized to work in Canada
  • Valid Alberta Security Services Licence.
  • Be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident and have resided in Canada for a minimum of five (5) years due to client contractual and security requirements.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain a Reliability Status Security Clearance.
  • Strong communication, report-writing, and problem-solving skills.
  • Comfortable using technology, access control systems, and surveillance platforms.
  • Ability to remain calm, professional, and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
  • Physically able to conduct foot patrols and stand/walk for extended periods.
  • Available to work rotating shifts of 8 to 12 hours, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • Reliable transportation is required, as the sites are not accessible by public transit.
  • Previous security, industrial, data centre, or access control experience is an asset.
  • Dependable, flexible, and willing to work across all three locations in Balzac, Rocky View County, and Calgary's SE Industrial area to support operational, vacation, and leave coverage.

This could be more than a job! If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, surveillance and even casual roles available.

More about this job

Responsibilities

The security guard will conduct regular patrols, monitor CCTV surveillance systems, and manage access control to ensure facility security. They are also responsible for responding to alarms, completing incident reports, and coordinating with site management during emergencies.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Alberta Security Services Licence and be eligible for a Reliability Status Security Clearance. The role requires the ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, and the physical capability to perform extended foot patrols.

Skills

  • Security patrol
  • CCTV surveillance
  • Access control administration
  • Incident reporting
  • Emergency response
  • Security management systems
  • Communication skills
  • Report writing
  • Problem solving
  • Surveillance monitoring
  • Safety hazard identification

Benefits

  • Continuing education coverage
  • Flexible schedules
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Uniform provided
  • Free onsite parking

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Categories

  • Security & Safety
  • Administrative

Keywords

  • Security Guard
  • Data Centre
  • Surveillance
  • Access Control
  • Patrol
  • CCTV
  • Security Clearance
  • Reliability Status
  • Alberta Security Services Licence
  • Incident Reporting
  • Safety Hazards
  • Emergency Response
  • GardaWorld
  • Physical Security
  • Shift Work

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