Locksmith

Job Title

Locksmith

Job Description Summary

An employee in this class performs skilled locksmith work in the repair, alteration, installation and keying of locks on buildings, equipment, lockers and vehicles; resolving immediate operational and/or safety concerns; maintaining keying system, card access and proximity access systems; maintaining a preventive maintenance program; and assisting other skilled trades.

Job Description

• Installs locking system (e. g. doors, door hardware, closures, panic hardware, changes lock combinations, security bolts, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining facilities in a safe, comfortable and operating condition.
• Cuts new or duplicate keys for the purpose of providing the county with a master key system and ensuring security of its facilities.
• Repairs various items, systems and/or components for the purpose of ensuring the items are available and in safe working condition.
• Inspects facilities, systems and their components for the purpose of ensuring safety and identifying necessary repairs and providing an ongoing program of preventive maintenance.
• Fabricates unique locks and locking devices for the purpose of meeting the specialized security problems within the district.
• Diagnoses malfunctions of security systems for the purpose of identifying repair/replacement needs necessary to maintain systems.
• Performs minor repair or modifications to door and/or frame for the purpose of ensuring proper closing and security.
• Re-keys locks and changes combinations for the purpose of ensuring security of facilities.
• Coordinates with administration and other trades for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently.
• Maintains tools and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.
• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of required items.
• Assists other trades personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Performs other related work as required.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from high school, preferably supplemented by vocational training or work experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• General knowledge of locks and security systems, equipment, and fixtures.
• Working knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the installation and repair of locking systems and equipment.
• Some knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of locksmith work and other trades required of the position.
• Some knowledge of the maintenance requirements of locksmith and related equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time as required by work assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to travel from floor to floor, climb stairs, and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly use hands to operate office machinery and regularly required to walk, talk, and hear. The employee must be able to travel up to 10% of the time. Travel may vary in frequency and duration. The employee must demonstrate the ability to exert up to 100 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 100 pounds frequently, and/or up to 100 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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