Locksmith - Facilities - School Year 2026-2027

Locksmith

Maintain the locks and hardware on all facilities in a condition which fosters a safe and secure environment.

Qualifications/Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent and technical school.
• Ability to cut and issue keys, re-key, install and repair locks and hardware
• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair both mechanical locking and electronic access control devices
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures
• Skill in utilizing building security and lock systems and procedures
• Maintain inventory and good record keeping
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Minimum seven (7) years' experience required

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install, repair and maintain locks, exit devices, closers, file cabinets, chairs, casters and other hardware
• Re-key locks and cut keys as to masters, sub-masters, area masters, individual locks, etc.
• Stamps with identification
• Create master key schedule for new buildings and re-key existing facilities using blueprints and hardware specification packages
• Installs and repairs door hardware and hydraulic closing fixtures
• Maintains records of work performed
• Assist supervisor in coordinating the proper hardware to comply with all building codes and District master key systems
• Assist foreman in obtaining hardware for lock shop, carpenter shop and planning and Construction, to comply with ADA, life safety and fire codes
• Perform inspections of new construction and renovations of facilities to ensure proper installation of hardware and compliance with ADA, life safety and fire codes
• Complete daily man-hour logs and other required documentation, perform Preventive Maintenance, perform well in a crew environment and maintain an inventory and itemize costs on each job
• Act as Project Lead when asked to do so and safely operate and maintain equipment

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment Used: Ladder, locks (manual and electrical), fastening devices, control systems, keys, hand and power tools

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands: Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling. Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying.

Environmental Factors: Moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.