Guards for hire in Salem, OR
Find guards who ensure safety, monitor surroundings and respond effectively to emergencies while maintaining a professional demeanor. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Salem, OR to make your hiring faster and simpler.
Ready to work now
1,592
candidates
Resume updated in last 6 months
Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Time Management9%Leadership8%Education level
High school diploma or GED83%Associate's degree6%Bachelor's degree4%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years30%1-2 years10%Current company
Allied Universal
McDonald's
National Guard Army
Time at current job
1-2 years57%Less than a year14%2-5 years14%
Browse Indeed's database of 1,592 profiles for Guards in Salem, OR
Last updated: Oct 17, 2026
Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Salem, OR: $67,344 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $62,733 – $72,294 yearly
*Indeed data (US)
Unarmed Security Officer
Salem, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class C+4 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsEMT ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementHeavy LiftingUnarmed Security Guard
Salem, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftGuard CardF EndorsementDriver's LicenseLoss Prevention QualifiedAssociate Safety Professional+13 moreSkills
Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingWelcome center Security Officer
Salem, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicensePallet JackFirst Aid CertificationCompTIA Security+Non-CDL Class C+8 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsPresentation SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingAmmeterArmed Guard
Salem, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseArmed Security LicenseSecret ClearanceSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsClean Driving RecordMilitaryUnarmed Screening Officer
Salem, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardCertified Safety ProfessionalAmerican Heart Association Heartsaver CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's License+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipBilingualForeign Language ProficiencySpanishCustomer ServiceAt Risk international / t-Mobile
Salem, Oregon
Licenses & certifications
Firearms LicensePERC CardConfidential ClearanceArmed Security LicenseCCNPAED+20 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsProduct ManagementPresentation SkillsMechanic ExperienceAnalysis Skills
Simple, transparent pricing
Choose the plan that fits your hiring needs.
Professional
🔥 Best for most teamsIdeal for dedicated recruiters and high-volume hiring teams
Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches- Assign up to 3 jobs at once to your Assistant
- It works daily, even when you’re offline
- Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
- Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
100 contacts per month- Advanced candidate filters + Glassdoor profiles
- Get access to candidate engagement insights
- Improve team collaboration with shared candidate lists
Enterprise
📈 High volumeFor large organizations requiring max scale and custom solutions
Recommended for teams hiring at large scale
- Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches
- Assign unlimited jobs at once to your Assistant
- It works daily, even when you’re offline
- Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
- Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
- Custom contacts per month / year
- Configurable usage limits
- Custom pricing and invoicing
- Volume-based contact packages
- Dedicated onboarding and account support
- Enterprise-grade identity and access management
§Terms and conditions apply
*Plus taxes and fees as applicable. Pricing and offerings will vary by market and are subject to change
**Assistant contacts are applied in your first month
Not looking for sourcing candidates?
Indeed is used by more than 3.3 million companies globally
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indeed Smart Sourcing?
Smart Sourcing is a tool that can help you find the right candidates for your open roles and reach out to them directly. Search resumes, and get a list of candidates whose qualifications, requirements and preferences match the job criteria you're looking for.
Are there additional products that can help me find candidates on Indeed?
Yes, you can create a free Indeed employer account and post a job or reach more skilled talent by sponsoring a job and expanding your reach.
What's the average time to fill a guard role?
The average time to fill a guard role is 50 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 guards?
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: unarmed security officer, unarmed screening officer and at risk international / t-mobile.
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 Salem, OR, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a guard?
Most guards have 22 years of professional experience.
Browse related occupations
Instantly match and connect with quality candidates today
*Terms and conditions apply