Locksmith Worker

Architect of the Capitol • Washington, DC

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About The Position

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol’s House Office Buildings, Tenant Services Division, Carpentry Branch. The Locksmith Worker assists Locksmiths with installing, repairing, testing, and modifying locking devices on doors, desks, storage compartments, safes, and other secured locations. The incumbent receives training in mechanical and electronic locking devices to meet special security requirements. The position is temporary for the 120th House Office Buildings Congressional Moves.

The role involves work on commercially manufactured locks, including combination locks used in safes, vaults, cabinets, and chests, as well as electronic security locks installed on Senators’ offices and meeting rooms. Shifts may be day or night and are determined or changed according to operational needs. Because office moves are scheduled six days a week, overtime may be required and is mandatory when required.

Requirements

• Demonstrated skill in installation and repair techniques for electronic security locks and systems, including assembling, testing, and installing devices.
• Experience or training in keying and rekeying locks, installing locking devices, using small hand tools, and adjusting and using power tools common to the trade.
• Resume must clearly support sufficient training and/or experience to perform the duties described.
• Must pass a drug test.
• Appointment is subject to a background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Must meet the stated U.S. employment eligibility categories for paid employment with the Architect of the Capitol.
• Must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.

Nice To Haves

• Veterans’ preference may apply to eligible veterans; supporting documentation is required to claim it.

Responsibilities

• Adjust, troubleshoot, repair, and install a variety of commercially manufactured locking devices, including combination locks.
• Perform the full repair cycle for locking devices, including locating problems, disassembling, repairing, cleaning, reassembling, and reinstalling them.
• Plan techniques independently and select appropriate tools and accepted trade practices to troubleshoot and neutralize lockouts.
• Test locks to locate and assess malfunctions; repair, replace, or fabricate defective parts.
• Establish master key coding systems, as applicable.
• Install standard locking devices and commercial locks, including combination locks in safes and cabinets.
• Rework locks to improve or provide new functions and capabilities as needed.
• Identify malfunctioning components and make repairs.
• Make new keys from duplicates when requested.
• Install and repair electronic security locks on Senators’ office doors and meeting rooms.
• Use vendor schematics to install and repair electronic locks.
• Troubleshoot electronic lockouts and replace components as required.
• Determine whether locks have been tampered with when requested.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance plans
• Retirement system with investment options
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick and annual leave
• Life insurance
• Incentive systems
• Subsidized transportation
• Training and development opportunities
• Potential eligibility for the Student Loan Repayment Program
• Potential credit toward a higher annual leave accrual rate based on qualifying prior service

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed