Security Guards for hire in Milwaukee, WI
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills12%Leadership9%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED78%Bachelor's degree8%Associate's degree8%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years12%6-10 years22%Current company
Allied Universal
Securitas
Arms Security Corporation
Time at current job
Less than 1 year23%1-2 years15%2-5 years50%
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Last updated: Jul 16, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Milwaukee, WI: $40,398 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $33,416 – $48,838 yearly
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Security guard
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
CHHAFirst Aid CertificationCPRCertified Medication AideCHAACMTSkills
Personal Care Home ExperiencePatient CareVital SignsHome CareCaregivingShipping & ReceivingSecurity Guard
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationCPRArmed Security LicenseBLSSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipSecurityMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareProperty ManagementSecurity Officer
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Personal Assistant ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsCaregivingProviding Care for ClientsSecurity Officer/Security Guard
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Class DDOT Physical ExaminationFirearms LicensePERC CardDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Organizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceSecurity Officer
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardClass D SecurityFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseLoss Prevention QualifiedCPRSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementLoss PreventionSecurity Guard
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardBaton PermitServsafe Alcohol CertificationFirearms LicenseOSHA 10Skills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceSupervising ExperienceLeadershipCasual Dining Experience
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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, leadership and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Guard Card, CPR and Driver's License.
What are some job titles related to security guards?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security guards include: security officer 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 30 years of professional experience.
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