Guards for hire in Wilmington, DE
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Time Management11%Organizational Skills10%Education level
High school diploma or GED90%Vocational or technical training6%Bachelor's degree4%Years of experience
3-5 years8%6-10 years40%More than 10 years52%Current company
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GardaWorld Security Services US
Securitas
Time at current job
Less than a year22%1-2 years22%2-5 years49%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Wilmington, DE: $65,627 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $61,349 – $70,203 yearly
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School Crossing Guard
Wilmington, Delaware
Licenses & certifications
AEDFirst Aid CertificationState Tested Nursing AssistantCPRCertified Medication AideACLS+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLeadershipAnalysis SkillsSecurity Guard
Wilmington, Delaware
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRArmed Security LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsDrivingCustomer ServiceClient ServicesSecurity Guard
Wilmington, Delaware
Licenses & certifications
Certified Safety ProfessionalFood Safety CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRLPN+6 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipSecurity Guard
Bear, Delaware
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerGuard CardFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseArmed Security LicenseTWIC Card+7 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceSecurity Guard
Newark, Delaware
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardEPA CertificationDriver's LicenseEPA Universal CertificationCPREPA Refrigeration Certification+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceExperience Working with Individuals with AutismSecurity Guard
New Castle, Delaware
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardFood Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationDriver's License+4 moreSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceHeavy LiftingCasual Dining ExperienceBarista ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadership
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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 organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a guard?
Common licenses or certifications for guards include: Driver's License, First Aid Certification 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, wawa security guard and armed security guard.
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 Wilmington, DE, 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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