Locksmith II - Campus Services

Emory University•Atlanta, GA

65d•Onsite

About The Position

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. JOB DESCRIPTION: Provides locksmith services to the organization by installing, repairing, inspecting, and recombining mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronic locking and monitoring devices and door hardware. Makes new keys from duplications, impressions, and key codes from a variety of key blanks. Inspect, repair and/or rekey doors, cabinets, padlocks, electric panel locks, cylindrical locks, and mechanical and electro technical combination locks. Maintains records and files. Plans code set-ups, and cuts keys for Master and Grandmaster key locking systems for individual locks and total buildings. Communicates directly with customer to resolve issues within a timely and appropriate manner. Ensures compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures. Opens safes with unknown combinations. Unlocks doors and equipment due to lockouts. Maintains inventory of key blanks, panic bar systems, cores and other related materials. Performs preventive maintenance and changes combinations on safes, vault doors, safe deposit boxes, and similar containers. Maintains security and confidentiality of Lockshop area and equipment. Provides locking security, safety information, and technical advice to staff and trains them on the proper use of equipment. Interprets building blue prints. Maintains an inventory of key blanks, panic bar systems, safes, vault doors, and safe deposit boxes. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent, and two years of experience as a journeyman locksmith, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training (including internal training).
Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.
Some positions within this classification may require the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop and twist and walk for a distance of up to one mile within a shift.
Must be able to pass the Emory police background check.

Nice To Haves

Certifications such as an Associated Locksmiths of America (ALOLA) not necessary, but a plus.

Responsibilities

installing, repairing, inspecting, and recombining mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronic locking and monitoring devices and door hardware
Makes new keys from duplications, impressions, and key codes from a variety of key blanks
Inspect, repair and/or rekey doors, cabinets, padlocks, electric panel locks, cylindrical locks, and mechanical and electro technical combination locks
Maintains records and files
Plans code set-ups, and cuts keys for Master and Grandmaster key locking systems for individual locks and total buildings
Communicates directly with customer to resolve issues within a timely and appropriate manner
Ensures compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures
Opens safes with unknown combinations
Unlocks doors and equipment due to lockouts
Maintains inventory of key blanks, panic bar systems, cores and other related materials
Performs preventive maintenance and changes combinations on safes, vault doors, safe deposit boxes, and similar containers
Maintains security and confidentiality of Lockshop area and equipment
Provides locking security, safety information, and technical advice to staff and trains them on the proper use of equipment
Interprets building blue prints
Maintains an inventory of key blanks, panic bar systems, safes, vault doors, and safe deposit boxes
Performs other related duties as required