Guards for hire in Knoxville, TN
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills12%Leadership9%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED78%Associate's degree12%Bachelor's degree8%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years18%6-10 years24%Current company
Walden Security
Securitas
Shield and Buckler Security, IncTime at current job
Less than a year35%1-2 years27%2-5 years27%
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Last updated: Aug 30, 2026
Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Knoxville, TN: $68,410 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $59,355 – $78,845 yearly
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Security Guard
Knoxville, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingCertified Quality Inspector+7 moreSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceMicrosoft Outlook CalendarTransit Bus Operator
Knoxville, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitGuard CardMotor Vehicle Inspection LicensePassenger EndorsementF EndorsementBaton Permit+9 moreSkills
Time ManagementPresentation SkillsCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipOTRAnimal Services Officer
Knoxville, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Class DAEDGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationF EndorsementDriver's License+2 moreSkills
Experience Working with Individuals with AutismHeavy LiftingTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsJanitorial Maintenance Worker
Knoxville, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardClass D SecurityDriver's LicenseCPRConfidential Clearance+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceCasual Dining ExperienceSupervising ExperienceTruck Driver Class A/Security Guard
Knoxville, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardPassenger EndorsementOSHA 10Air Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseCNA+8 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipOTRTime ManagementHeavy LiftingSecurity Guard
Knoxville, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationGuard CardClass D SecurityServsafe Alcohol CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeSkills
Mechanic ExperienceSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipLandscapingMilitary
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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, leadership and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a guard?
Common licenses or certifications for guards include: Driver's License, Guard Card and First Aid Certification.
What are some job titles related to guards?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to guards include: security guard, janitorial maintenance worker and active duty officer.
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 Knoxville, TN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a guard?
Most guards have 19 years of professional experience.
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