Guards for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Organizational Skills12%Time Management12%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Master's degree6%Vocational or technical training4%Years of experience
3-5 years22%6-10 years30%More than 10 years48%Current company
Allied Universal
Andy Frain Services
GardaWorld Security Services US
Time at current job
Less than a year24%1-2 years18%2-5 years45%
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Last updated: Aug 22, 2026
Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $62,714 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $59,948 – $65,608 yearly
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Security Guard
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationPERC CardDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class C+2 moreSkills
Public SpeakingCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementSecurity Guard
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitAEDFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicensePERC CardDriver's License+3 moreSkills
Time ManagementCustomer SupportAdobe IllustratorCorelDRAWDetailingComputer OperationSchool Crossing Guard
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Teaching CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicensePERC CardServsafe+1 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceSupervising ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceB2CLeadershipOrganizational SkillsSecurity Guard
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardClass D SecurityFirearms LicenseDriver's LicensePERC CardConcealed Carry PermitSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHome CareSecurity Guard/Concierge
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
CHHAGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationHCAPERC CardDriver's License+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipSalesComplaint HandlingSecurity Guard
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Bartender LicenseGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicensePERC CardDriver's License+4 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipSchedule Management
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What's the average time to fill a guard role?
The average time to fill a guard role is 46 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do guards tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a guard include: communication skills, organizational skills and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for a guard?
Common licenses or certifications for guards include: PERC Card, Guard Card and Driver's License.
What are some job titles related to guards?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to guards include: security guard, security guard/concierge and school crossing guard.
What level of education is common for a guard?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a guard in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a guard?
Most guards have 8 years of professional experience.
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