Facility Locksmith
About The Position
The Facility Locksmith installs, maintains, and repairs locks and related hardware at a correctional facility. The role troubleshoots, repairs, and installs commercial and industrial security door locking hardware and maintains master keying systems for standard and small formats. The locksmith performs preventive maintenance, diagnoses and corrects equipment problems, and cleans and lubricates mechanical components. The position uses hand tools, welding equipment, laptop computers, and diagnostic hardware. It also includes inspecting equipment, diagnosing malfunctions, dismantling and repairing or replacing faulty parts, and testing equipment after repairs. The locksmith prepares and maintains operating records and reports, processes work orders and other documents promptly, and coordinates with the Facility Maintenance Supervisor on high-priority repairs and preventive maintenance to support safe and secure facility operations.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent.
- Two years of experience with detention, commercial and industrial, mechanical and electronic locking systems hardware installation.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
Nice To Haves
- Locksmith certification and/or completion of Architectural Hardware Certification training.
Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, and repair facility locks and related hardware.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and install commercial and industrial security door locking hardware.
- Maintain master keying systems for standard and small formats.
- Perform preventive maintenance and diagnose and correct problems involving equipment components.
- Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, latches, keepers, and hinges.
- Use hand tools, welding equipment, laptop computers, and diagnostic hardware to perform work.
- Inspect and listen to equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
- Dismantle defective or malfunctioning machines and equipment, install new or repaired parts, and test operation after repairs.
- Prepare and maintain required standard operating records and reports.
- Process work orders, reports, and other documents in a timely manner.
- Complete assignments according to urgency and scheduled needs.
- Coordinate with the Facility Maintenance Supervisor on high-priority repairs and preventive maintenance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
