BTS Locksmith, UMKC Campus Facilities Management

Hiring Department: Campus Facilities Management (CFM) – UMKC Volker Campus

About the role

As a UMKC employee within the BTS Locksmith trade, you’ll belong to an engaged, diverse community and interact daily with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds. UMKC offers many competitive benefits, including health, dental, life, and other insurance plans; a comprehensive retirement program; and educational assistance and tuition reduction programs for employees and their spouse/dependents.

You will perform a wide range of locksmith work and have the opportunity to broaden your skillsets by collaborating with other skilled trades such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and plumbing. The campus features a diverse array of buildings, ranging from over 100 years old to just under 2 years old, including iconic structures like Scofield Hall.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, reset, adjust, and/or replace all types of locking mechanisms and/or door closers.
• Make keys from duplicate pattern keys using manually and automatically operated key cutting machines.
• Make keys manually from codes, by observing pin settings in locking devices, and by impression models.
• Issue and receive keys; maintain access rosters, card files, receipts, and other records to account for keys issued, received, and stored in the key vault.
• Maintain a file of combinations for combination locking devices.
• Open locks for which no key is available, utilizing prescribed lock-picking procedures and tools.
• Maintain and repair coin vending devices serviced by the university.
• Lock and unlock various rooms and offices as assigned.
• Prepare or assist with cost estimates, material orders, reports, and maintenance of records.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent; demonstrated skills may offset requirements. Minimum of 4 years of actual experience in the trade, including apprentice or vocational training.
• Knowledge and skill in the maintenance and use of tools, equipment, and materials of the trade.
• Manual dexterity and physical coordination.
• Access to keys and ability to open locks requires a person of appropriate character.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Pay

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $25.00 to $29.00 per hour. Position is eligible for a $1,500.00 hiring incentive. Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including education, skills, experience, and organizational requirements.

Schedule

Shift: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement contributions and generous leave policies.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave and paid caregiver leave.
• Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Location

UMKC Volker Campus, located in Kansas City, Missouri. Kansas City offers a vibrant urban community with Midwestern appeal, featuring thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, diverse shopping, champion sports teams, and a renowned culinary scene—especially its world-famous barbecue. The campus is minutes from the Country Club Plaza and surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries.