Locksmith

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About:

A Locksmith installs, adjusts, maintains, repairs, and replaces locks, security systems, and related hardware, such as mortise locks, door closers, and panic exit devices; changes lock combinations; and makes keys.

Some of the core duties will require that a job incumbent:

• Installs locks and related hardware, including electronic access control systems, panic exit devices, and performs the carpentry necessary for installation.
• Adjusts, maintains, repairs, and replaces door locks, padlocks, cabinet locks, utility locks, combination locks, and related hardware, such as panic exit devices, mortise locks, catches, fasteners, and door closers.
• Designs multi-level master key systems.
• Redesigns lock cylinders to use as many as five different keys.
• Operates a key-cutting machine, power drill, power saw, grinders, welding equipment, and other power tools.
• Changes locker combinations and enters numbers of lockers and combinations in an official register.
• Changes lock combinations by using code systems and code machine.
• Repairs safes and safe-locking systems.
• Devises systems to prevent break-ins and theft.
• Opens or removes locks that cannot be opened by ordinary means.
• Prepares requisitions and reports as required.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency.

EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience as a locksmith.

SPECIAL: A valid California Driver License and use of an automobile.

SPECIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Auditory acuity to diagnose lock malfunction by sound
• Strength to lift and carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds
• Visual acuity as required to inspect lock work
• Ability to climb ladders up to 20 feet

All employees must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated and must be able to provide verification of their vaccination status as part of the hiring and onboarding process prior to an official offer of employment to any District site; this includes current employees who are being promoted to a new job class.

Desirable Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess broad technical skills and good working knowledge of:

• Construction and repair of various types of locks
• A wide variety of tools and standard practices and processes of the locksmith trade
• Codes and safety regulations pertaining to exits and locks in case of fire and for the protection of disabled persons
• Electronic access control systems and associated software and hardware
• Use the tools of the locksmith trade, including the carpentry tools required for lock and panic exit device installation
• Diagnose repair needs by sound and feel of the movement of internal parts
• Operate power machinery of the locksmith trade
• Fabricate lock parts
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic and mechanical lock malfunctions
• Work effectively with school personnel

Benefits

Insurance: Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents, as well as life insurance plans.

Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement Systems (CalPERS).

Vacation: Two weeks of paid vacation to start. Three weeks after five years of year-round paid service.

Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.

NOTE: Positions in this job classification may be offered on a 10 or 11 month basis - salary and paid time off for 10 or 11 month positions will be adjusted accordingly. Positions in this job classification may be subject to additional furlough days.