Locksmith

Salary: $20.37 Hourly
Location : 10223 JOHN SAUNDERS RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78216, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-01355
Department: Aviation
Opening Date: 09/15/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt


Job Summary


Under direction, is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of new and existing lock systems. Responsibilities include planning and setting up master lock systems on a variety of new and existing systems and interacting directly with clients. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location
San Antonio International Airport, 10223 John Saunders, San Antonio, Texas 78216

Work Hours
7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday - Friday; weekends and/or holidays as required by business needs; rotate with on-call-duty

Essential Job Functions

• Installs, services, and maintains mechanical and electronic lock systems.
• Makes emergency repairs to lock systems.
• Manually operates a key coding machine and duplicator machine, frequently lifting and carrying equipment weighing 30 pounds.
• Repairs, services and adjusts all types of locks for doors, gates and office furniture.
• Logs keys that are issued and returned.
• Re-keys locks for lost or stolen keys.
• Recodes locks that involve changing pins and tumblers to avoid breach of security.
• Maintains inventory and orders necessary parts, replacement keys and pin keys.
• Conducts periodic inspections of push button locks and audits of all keys.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Three (3) years of experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing lock systems.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License or the ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment and a Criminal History Records check upon employment.
• Must maintain federally mandated security clearance required to work at an airport at all times.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of locksmithing, including electrical and security systems.
• Knowledge of inventory techniques.
• Knowledge of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions.
• Knowledge of setting up master lock systems.
• Knowledge of proper tools and materials used to service and repair mechanical and electronic door locks.
• Knowledge of FAA, TSA, CBP and Fire safety regulations, Airport Authority Polices related standard to install locks and inspect installation of locks.
• Skill in recoding locks.
• Skill in using Key Duplicator Machines.
• Skill in using Code Milling Key Machine.
• Skill in using hand tools and equipment common to maintenance and repair work.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to establish, maintain and foster effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are primarily inside with occasional work outdoors with exposure to dirt, loud noise and temperature extremes.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is View phone number on click.appcast.io and our fax number is View phone number on click.appcast.io.
01


Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02


Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03


Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04


What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05


How many years of experience do you have in installing, maintaining, and repairing lock systems?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years
• 11 years
• 12 years
• 13 years
• 14 years
• 15 years +

06


How many years of experience do you have in the installation, maintenance, and repair of new and existing mechanical and electronic lock systems?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

07


Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

08


How many years of experience do you have working with master lock systems?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

09


Select any of the following you have experience operating, installing, servicing, and/or repairing:

• Duplicator machine
• Key coding machine
• Personal computer
• Door locks
• Gate locks
• Office furniture locks
• Re-keying locks
• Recoding locks
• Conducting inspections
• Changing pins
• None of the above

10


Describe your experience working in the locksmith trade. If you do not have experience, answer "N/A."
11


Tell us about a time you exhibited teamwork in a difficult situation at work. If you do not have experience, answer with "N/A."
12


I acknowledge that I must maintain federally mandated security clearance required to work at an airport at all times.

• I acknowledge

13


I acknowledge that I must pass and maintain the yearly Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment and a Criminal History Records Check upon employment. I further understand that if the Department receives any negative information on my background that prohibits me from meeting requirements for the position, my employment will be terminated and I will be compensated for the hours worked.

• I acknowledge

14


I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question