Bouncers for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Leadership9%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED65%Bachelor's degree18%Associate's degree8%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years40%Less than a year10%Current company
Macy's
Foot Locker
Kohls
Time at current job
1-2 years43%2-5 years29%More than 5 years29%
Browse Indeed's database of 323 profiles for Bouncers in Chicago, IL
Last updated: Oct 18, 2026
Bouncer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $40,241 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $37,838 – $42,796 yearly
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Bouncer/Security
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardPERC CardDriver's LicensePrivate Investigator LicenseCPRSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingSecurity/bouncer/doorman
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationBaton PermitFirearms LicensePERC CardDriver's License+4 moreSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceTime ManagementBouncer/Security Guard
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicensePERC CardOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+5 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsConstruction InspectionSales Associate
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationGuard CardDriver's LicensePERC CardArmed Security LicenseSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementBouncer/Doorman
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicensePERC CardDriver's License+3 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsManagementImplementing Audio SystemsBouncer/Security
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardHazmatPERC CardHazardous Material HandlingDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+9 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipOSHAOSHA 10
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What's the average time to fill a bouncer role?
The average time to fill a bouncer role is 91 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do bouncers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a bouncer include: communication skills, leadership and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for bouncers?
Common licenses or certifications for bouncers include: Driver's License, PERC Card and Guard Card.
What are some job titles related to bouncers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to bouncers include: bouncer/security, security/bouncer/doorman and construction worker.
What level of education is common for a bouncer?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a bouncer in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a bouncer?
Most bouncers have 11 years of professional experience.
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