Locksmith

Position Details

Position Information


Announcement Number
STAFF - VA - 27002


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Amber Gregg
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Classification Title
Carpenter, Locksmith


Working Title
Locksmith


Brief Position Overview


Montana State University manages building locks and access at an institutional level including hierarchical mechanical key systems, mechanical access control systems (touchpads); electronic access control systems, and electronic key distributing systems. Facilities Services Locksmiths perform locksmithing and access control work including maintenance, replacement, management, and support of these systems.

Position Number
4N0581


Department
Facility Services


Division
University Services


Appointment Type
Skilled Craft


Contract Term
Fiscal Year


Semester

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FLSA
Non-Exempt


Union Affiliation
Carpenters


FTE
1.0


Benefits Eligible
Eligible


Salary
Locksmith I - $33.90 per hour, Locksmith II - $35.91 per hour, Locksmith III - $38.04 per hour


Contract Type
Skilled Craft


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Recruitment Type
Open

Position Details


General Statement


Locksmiths for the department of Facilities Services provide a range of services

including management of security keying hierarchy system; managing and maintaining

an electronic access system; managing and maintaining an electronic key distribution system, cutting new and duplicate keys; installing door hardware; changing combinations; repairing safes; and modifying, repairing, designing and constructing original lock parts. The person in this position must possess excellent communication and customer service skills as well as problem solving abilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain a key control system to eliminate unwanted cross-keying.
• Repair locks and door hardware by adjusting or replacing parts.
• Re-key door locks.
• Open file cabinets after key loss by picking, drilling, or shimming.
• Open vandalized locks by re-coring, extracting debris, dissolving foreign matter, picking or drilling.
• Change lock functions (i.e. push button to turn button) by changing, modifying, or fabricating parts.
• Change combinations, adjust, clean, lubricate and repair safes.
• Participate in hardware and design master keying system selection.
• Modify, repair, or construct original lock parts.
• Work with manager to formulate immediate and long-range plans for upgrading hardware/software continuing the campus keying master plan.
• Design master key systems for entire buildings, select hardware, and order same.
• Work with Estimator to prepare job cost estimates for various campus keying projects.
• Work with contractors on hardware and keying requirements dealing with new construction.
• Install and repair door systems including locks, closers, safety glass, strikes and hinges.
• Order hardware, parts and maintain bench stock.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

CARPENTER, LOCKSMITH - REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Two (2) years of locksmith experience that includes hardware maintenance, replacement, and troubleshooting; cutting and fabricating keys.
2. Carpentry experience.
3. Considerable knowledge of locks and institutional master key systems.
4. Familiarization with access control systems including electronic access and key distribution systems.
5. Demonstrated competence using personal computers and software, such as word processing, spreadsheets, electronic calendars, and email. Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.
6. Working knowledge of NFPA 80 and NFPA 101.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

CARPENTER, LOCKSMITH - PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Experience installing and maintaining access control systems including electronic access and key distribution systems.
2. Experience pinning and installing small format interchangeable cores and master ring cylinders.
3. Familiarization in low voltage systems.
4. Experience in a large institutional setting.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment;
• Effectively and safely operate work-related equipment and tools;
• Accurately follow written and oral instructions and procedures;
• Work successfully with minimal supervision;
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, contractors, and the campus community;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and the public;
• Be a successful team player;
• Provide excellent customer service;
• Represent the department and MSU to others in a professional and courteous manner.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information


Must possess a valid driver's license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. (If successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver's license, must obtain a valid Montana driver's license within 60 days of hire.)

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands


Position duties require the ability to meet the physical demands affiliated with

maintenance, repair, renovation, and replacement of University facilities. With or without

reasonable accommodation, must be able to:

• Perform physical labor including transporting up to 50 pounds while going up stairs.
• Work from scaffolds and ladders.
• Perform overhead work.
• Safely and effectively operate a wide variety of tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Working conditions include exposure to temperature extremes, inclement weather, fumes, dust, noise, heights, power tools and equipment, and research-related activities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties?
No

Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies
1


Desired Start Date
Upon completion of a successful search


Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:


Screening of applications will begin on July 16, 2026 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions


This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

EEO Statement


Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.