Guards for hire in Rochester, NY
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Time Management10%Leadership10%Education level
High school diploma or GED69%Associate's degree15%Bachelor's degree13%Years of experience
1-2 years6%3-5 years16%6-10 years16%Current company
Securitas
Allied Universal
Armor security and protection Inc
Time at current job
Less than a year38%1-2 years19%2-5 years38%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Rochester, NY: $57,045 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $54,872 – $59,303 yearly
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Security Guard
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPS+3 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsMaintenance /security
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRArmed Security License+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingLeadershipSecurity Guard (Unarmed)
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Drink ServiceBeverage PreparationVenue Beverage ServiceArmed Security LicenseBeverage BuildingFood Service Experience+22 moreSkills
Communication SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with AutismAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingComputer OperationSecurity Guard
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
QMHP CertificationAEDGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationPMP+4 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsFast Casual ExperienceSecuritySecurity Guard
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
QMHP CertificationGuard CardAEDQIDP CertificationFirst Aid CertificationPERC Card+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceSecurity Guard Officer
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
CCTVCCTV SurveillanceSecurity Systems KnowledgeDriver's LicenseSecurity System Monitoring (Security System Operation)Surveillance+7 moreSkills
Janitorial ExperienceCustodial ExperienceCleaningWarehouse ExperienceBuffingPolishing
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What's the average time to fill a guard role?
The average time to fill a guard role is 47 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, time management and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a guard?
Common licenses or certifications for guards include: Guard Card, Driver's License and CPR.
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 (unarmed) and assistant residential manager.
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 Rochester, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a guard?
Most guards have 16 years of professional experience.
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