Guards for hire in Springfield, MO

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    12%
    Organizational Skills
    10%
    Time Management
    8%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    84%
    Associate's degree
    11%
    Bachelor's degree
    4%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    60%
    Less than a year
    10%
    1-2 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • Army National Guard
    • Walmart
    • Allied Universal
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    50%
    Less than a year
    38%
    1-2 years
    13%

Browse Indeed's database of 1,076 profiles for Guards in Springfield, MO

Last updated: Oct 27, 2026

Guard: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Springfield, MO: $50,123 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $47,957 – $52,387 yearly

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  • Village Public Safety Officer

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCPR+2 more

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy Lifting
  • Co Partner

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsOhmmeter
  • Dock Worker

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementPallet Jack
  • Asset Protection Investigator

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationBaton PermitLoss Prevention QualifiedCPRArmed Security License+3 more

    Skills

    Host/Hostess ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsCommunication Skills
  • Flex Security Officer

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRBLS

    Skills

    Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCleaningCommercial Cleaning
  • Armed Security Guard

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CClass E+2 more

    Skills

    Pharmacy Technician ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication Skills

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What's the average time to fill a guard role?

The average time to fill a guard role is 51 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 guards?

Common licenses or certifications for guards include: Driver's License, CPR 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, dock worker and security & safety liaison.

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 Springfield, MO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a guard?

Most guards have 10 years of professional experience.

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