Security Guards for hire in Milwaukee, WI
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Time Management8%Leadership8%Education level
High school diploma or GED77%Associate's degree10%Bachelor's degree4%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years30%Less than a year10%Current company
Allied Universal
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Securitas
Time at current job
1-2 years43%2-5 years43%More than 5 years14%
Browse Indeed's database of 4,669 profiles for Security Guards in Milwaukee, WI
Last updated: Oct 17, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Milwaukee, WI: $40,663 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $34,134 – $48,439 yearly
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Front Door Security
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Property & Casualty LicenseDriver's LicensePERC CardSafe Quality Food CertificationServsafeElectric Pallet Jack Certification+3 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementSecurity Guard
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardEMT CertificationLoss Prevention QualifiedAir Brake EndorsementPERC CardDriver's License+15 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingLift TruckSecurity Guard
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardChild Development Associate CertificationRegistered DietitianDriver's LicenseChildcare CertificationCNASkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsStrategic PlanningSecurity Officer
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationAsbestos CertificationOSHA 10+5 moreSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingSecurityCustomer ServiceAssociate Security Officer
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
CHHAAEDGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationSIDS Certification+5 moreSkills
Public SpeakingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementPresentation SkillsLeadershipSecurity Guard
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardCertified Phlebotomy TechnicianFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationDriver's LicenseCPR+3 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceHeavy LiftingSpecimen Collection Processing
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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 63 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, time management and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for security guards?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Guard Card, Driver's License and Class D Security.
What are some job titles related to security guards?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security guards include: armed security professional, security professional and associate security officer.
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 Milwaukee, WI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security guard?
Most security guards have 16 years of professional experience.
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