Guards for hire in Portland, OR
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Most popular skills
Organizational Skills17%Communication Skills17%Leadership17%Education level
High school diploma or GED67%Bachelor's degree33%Years of experience
6-10 years67%More than 10 years33%Current company
Compass Security Services, LLCPrestige Care / PACSProfessional Security ConsultantsTime at current job
2-5 years100%
Browse Indeed's database of 6,801 profiles for Guards in Portland, OR
Last updated: Aug 8, 2026
Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Portland, OR: $69,988 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $58,083 – $84,335 yearly
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Security Guard
Portland, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationBaton PermitDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceSecuritySecurity Guard
Gresham, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationPERC CardSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCulinary ExperienceAccountant
Vancouver, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Certified BookkeeperSkills
Supervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime Management
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What's the average time to fill a guard role?
The average time to fill a guard role is 44 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: organizational skills, communication skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a guard?
Common licenses or certifications for guards include: First Aid Certification, Guard Card and AED.
What are some job titles related to guards?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to guards include: security guard and accountant.
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 Portland, OR, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a guard?
Most guards have 20 years of professional experience.
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