Locksmith

Position Overview The Locksmith (Advanced) independently manages, installs, maintains, and administers complex mechanical and electronic locking systems across academic, student support, athletics, and auxiliary facilities and serves as the technical authority for master key systems and access coordination. Essential Job Duties Install, repair, modify, and maintain complex mechanical locking systems and door hardware. Design, expand, and maintain multi-level master key systems. Diagnose and resolve non-routine security and access issues independently. Coordinate mechanical locking systems with electronic access control platforms. Implement access changes while maintaining strict key control and documentation. Review construction documents and recommend standardized security hardware. Maintain CMMS records and key control documentation. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Facilities staff. Coordinate with University Police, IT, Athletics, and auxiliary partners. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of advanced locksmithing principles and institutional security systems. Skill in precision lock installation, repair, and diagnostics. Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and communicate effectively. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Optional guidelines: experience in the trade areas related to the assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Preferred: North Carolina Locksmith License; institutional or higher education experience; electronic access control experience; advanced locksmith certifications. Valid driver’s license required. Work Hours 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. (required to respond to emergencies/inclement weather; rotate on-call/callbacks). Benefits Accrued vacation and sick leave for eligible employees Community service leave Aetna – state health benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – vision, dental, flexible spending account, life insurance, and more 12 paid holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional supplemental plans – 401(k), 403(b), 457(b) and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus recreation center discount University bookstore discount Equal Opportunity Statement North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or sexual orientation and sexual identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University