Locksmith Module C

The Work You Will Do

The Locksmith – Module C performs standard and advanced locksmith procedures including but not limited to high security keying, creation and maintenance of master key systems, and low voltage access control. Determines need to repair and/or replace equipment, estimates materials required for specific job components, and performs all appropriate module tasks independently or as part of a team as assigned by the supervisor. Repairs, installs, and re-keys all mechanical type locks, electrified hardware, and access control locks. Maintains key records and orders materials as required. Trains journeymen and other employees on specific skills and tasks as required. Provides leadership and guidance to journeymen and Zone Maintenance Technicians. In the event of an emergency, the employee is required to “report to duty” in accordance with the university’s Emergency Operations Plan and/or the department’s emergency response and recovery plans; familiarity with those plans and regular training to implement them is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and guidance to others who perform similar work; sets priorities and timelines and monitors the work of others
• Performs all necessary alterations, maintenance, and repair work on University lock systems
• Installs panic hardware, locksets, and electrical releases
• Works from blueprints, specifications, and plans
• Operates key cutting and code cutting machines
• Estimates materials required for specific job components
• Maintains clean job site throughout duration and cleans up job site following work completion
• Maintains safe working conditions for self and others
• Stores and maintains supplies, tools, and equipment
• Trains other journeymen, Zone Maintenance Technicians, or other employees on specific skills and tasks as required
• Identifies additional training or defines needs for new or continuing training which would benefit staff
• Prepares reports and/or maintenance records as needed
• Performs all necessary alterations, maintenance, and repair on access control systems
• Installs electrified hardware and access control locks (standalone and hardwired)
• Experience with High Security Key Systems; ability to rekey High Security Cylinders
• Operates key cutting machines for high security cylinders

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of a four-year apprenticeship program
• 5 years of journeyman experience (four years’ experience as a trade-related trainee may substitute for completion of a four-year apprenticeship program)
• Experience performing standard trade-related procedures
• General knowledge of trade-related methods, materials, tools, and equipment
• General knowledge of industrial/commercial locksmithing
• Experience operating key cutting and code cutting machines
• Experience maintaining records and preparing reports
• Familiar with city and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, standard safety practices and equipment, and other requirements for workplace safety

Preferred Qualifications

• Related undergraduate study
• Experienced with troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair for Automatic Door Operators and Access Control Systems (hardwired and standalone)
• Experienced with High Security Key Systems; ability to rekey High Security Cylinders
• Familiar with ADA, Fire Door, and Life Safety Codes
• Familiar with OSHPD and JCAHO rules and regulations pertaining to health facilities

Benefits

• Tuition assistance for you and your family
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options
• 403b retirement account with matching 5% contribution by USC
• 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes

Pay

Hourly range: $32.59 – $37.72. When extending an offer, the University considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer alignment, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, and external market and organizational considerations.

About USC FPM

Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of facilities at USC and is dedicated to creating a safe environment for the USC community. Safety is woven into every service. FPM provides high-quality facilities construction, operations, and maintenance services and serves as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values: employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust.

Job ID: REQ20179658 | Posted: 10/20/2026