Locksmith

This position is classified as an Essential Position, requiring the employee to be present at work even during University closures or delayed starts/early closures.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled installation, repair, replacement, and maintenance of mechanical, pneumatic, and electronically controlled locks and devices.
• Install new locking mechanisms in compliance with applicable codes and specifications.
• Troubleshoot key and locking device problems.
• Perform repairs, adjustments, and parts replacement.
• Disassemble, reset or re-pin, and reassemble locks.
• Fabricate master and replacement keys.
• Maintain inventories and records of locks and keys.
• Access and utilize software platforms to diagnose and address issues with electronically controlled locks, including both mechanical and electronic components.
• Obtain CIL (Certified Institutional Locksmith) certification during the probationary period if not already certified.

Requirements

• Three years of professional experience in the installation, repair, replacement, and maintenance of locks and peripherals, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• Three years of experience with BEST interchangeable core systems and master key hierarchy development.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, and practices of the locksmithing trade.

Qualifications

Preferred:

• CIL (Certified Institutional Locksmith) certification.
• Five years of experience in the installation, repair, replacement, and maintenance of locks and peripherals, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Two years of work experience with card access/electronic lock systems.
• One year of experience in keying system design.
• One year of prior work experience in a Facilities, construction, or education environment.
• Prior work experience utilizing Schlage and/or Best Key Systems.
• Prior work experience utilizing SMS/Vanderbilt Schlage software.
• Prior work experience utilizing CMMS and/or WebTMA.
• Continuing education and/or professional development within the locksmith and/or electronic access controls environment in the last five years.

Pay

Starting salary: $41,506.00, based on the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Benefits

This position may be eligible for a flexible hybrid work arrangement, permitting a combination of on-site and remote work, subject to applicable organizational policies, operational requirements, and supervisory approval.