There are various employment opportunities in Alberta.  Some of the areas where security guards are employed in Alberta include  shopping centres, banks, sports facilities, airports, conventions, parking lots, construction sites or public buildings such as hospitals, museums and art galleries. In general, security guards:

• patrol an assigned area
• check doors, windows, locks and building interiors for signs of damage or theft
• provide information, guide traffic or respond to complaints and maintain order
• watch for intruders sometimes through the use of electronic surveillance systems
• observe and keep records of security related activities.

In case of fire or the presence of unauthorized persons, security guards sound alarms or telephone their supervisors, fire department or police. In some situations, security guards may make arrests.

Security Guard Job Opportunities in Alberta

In Alberta, a security guard can be employed by any of the following industries:

• private guard service companies
• governments
• retailers
• construction companies
• industrial plants
• hospitals
• other public and private building owners.

Most security guard positions require you to have your own vehicle and a willingness to work night shifts.

Security Guard Salaries in Alberta

A security guard in Alberta earns an average salary that ranges from $13 to $25 an hour. The mean salary for security officer in Alberta is 15.91 an hour.