Security Guards for hire in Grand Rapids, MI
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Heavy Lifting9%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED71%Associate's degree15%Bachelor's degree10%Years of experience
3-5 years22%6-10 years30%More than 10 years48%Current company
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Time at current job
Less than 1 year20%1-2 years26%2-5 years40%
Browse Indeed's database of 784 profiles for Security Guards in Grand Rapids, MI
Last updated: Jul 13, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Grand Rapids, MI: $41,050 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $37,810 – $44,567 yearly
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Commercial Roofing Foreman
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitGuard CardPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10TIPSSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Outlook CalendarAnalysis SkillsShift Supervisor
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
AEDFood Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationLoss Prevention QualifiedCPRServsafeSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingSRO
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
TIPSDriver's LicenseDOT Physical ExaminationAEDOLCC Service PermitFirst Aid CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipFedex Ship ManagerSub-Acute Care ExperienceProduct ManagementHeavy LiftingSecurity Officer
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitPassenger EndorsementFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Armed Security LicenseSkills
GrillingKitchen GrillsSocial Media PlatformsData EntryHome CareFood Service ExperienceOperations Supervisor
Wyoming, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationBaton PermitFirearms LicenseSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipPresentation SkillsSurveillanceSecurityCustomer ServiceSecurity
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitAEDAct 120Lifeguard ExperienceFirst Aid CertificationLifeguard TrainingSkills
Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsSupervising ExperiencePublic SpeakingHigh-End SalesInternal Recruiting
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What's the average time to fill a security guard role?
The average time to fill a security guard role is 66 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do security guards tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a security guard include: communication skills, heavy lifting and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Driver's License, First Aid Certification and CPR.
What are some job titles related to security guards?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security guards include: security, commercial roofing foreman and shift supervisor.
What level of education is common for a security guard?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a security guard in Grand Rapids, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security guard?
Most security guards have 13 years of professional experience.
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