Locksmith

BOCC Career Site • Tampa, FL

10d

About The Position

Performs duties related to the maintenance, repair, alteration, and replacement of locks and cutting of new or replacement keys.

Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills and initiative
• An intermediate skill level in computer proficiency and familiarity working with an integrated database
• Mathematical skills
• Project Management abilities
• Knowledge of locksmith methods, techniques, and tools.
• Knowledge of card access systems.
• Knowledge of low voltage electrical systems.
• Skill in the use of locksmith tools and equipment.
• Ability to use a computer and related software.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; AND
• Two years of experience as a locksmith, OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above; AND
• Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Maintain the ability to pass the background checks required for the position. These background checks may include but are not limited to:
• Criminal History Background Check using Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS)
• Level 1 and Level 2 Background screening (Ch. 435 Florida Statutes)
• Child Abuse, Abandonment and Neglect Record Check using the State Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS)
• Sex Offender and Sexual Predator record check using the list maintained by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)
• Possess the necessary job-related license(s) or certification(s) that may include possession of a Florida Driver License (Class E) or an applicable Commercial Driver License (CDL).

Responsibilities

• Disassembles locks and repairs or replaces worn tumblers, springs, and other parts; installs new or serviceable locks when required.
• Changes lock combinations by shortening tumblers or inserting new or repaired tumblers and rekeys locks for security purposes.
• Sets up and maintains computerized master key systems.
• Cuts new or duplicate keys, using key cutting machine.
• Unlocks doors, lockers, safes, or other equipment when keys or combinations are missing.
• Installs, repairs, and modifies electric locks, automatic door closures and emergency exit devices.
• Interprets manufacturer's instructions and diagrams.
• Requisitions and maintains replacement parts in stock to permit completion of repairs.
• Installs and repairs low voltage lock systems.
• Installs and repairs detention and institutional locks.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Generous PTO & Holiday Plan
• Health Plans
• Health Savings Account
• Dental & Vision Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Cafeteria Benefit
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees