Part Time Locksmith

ABM•Royal Oak, MI

About The Position

The Part Time Locksmith supports the account’s daily operations for key and lock systems, including maintaining the building’s master key system and ordering locksmith supplies. The locksmith responds to customer requests, submits and closes work orders, and performs other duties as assigned. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday for four hours per day and pays $27.06 per hour. The stated hourly rate may vary based on the applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. No experience is required, and on-the-job training is provided. The position may suit someone entering or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education. Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Possess state licenses as required.
  • Possess a valid driver's license.
  • No experience required; on-the-job training is provided.
  • No high school diploma, GED, or college degree required.

Nice To Haves

  • Military or veteran experience; veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Install new locks and change lock combinations.
  • Inspect and repair existing locks, including re-pinning where needed.
  • Maintain master-key files and records securely.
  • Requisition parts and maintain a spare-parts inventory.
  • Make minor repairs to doors, file cabinets, desks, and similar items.
  • Work with tenants in the facilities.
  • Coordinate with assigned administrators on plans, policies, procedures, and specific actions.
  • Coordinate with the assigned supervisor and other trades to complete projects and work orders efficiently.
  • Cut new or duplicate keys for buildings, vehicles, furniture, cabinets, intrusion alarms, and other uses as needed.
  • Diagnose security-lock problems or failures and identify repair or replacement needs.
  • Estimate materials and labor for locksmith jobs to support timely project completion.
  • Fabricate specialized locks and locking devices or replace unavailable parts.
  • Maintain a five-level master-key system using software applications such as APACHE, LOCKLIINK EXPRESS, SNAP, and SITEMASTER 200.
  • Maintain manual and electronic files and records, including confidential information, audits, keys issued, proxy cards, I-buttons, and PIN numbers.
  • Maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment in safe operating condition and ensure their availability.
  • Monitor key distribution to maintain security and support emergency or specific-use access.
  • Monitor facility locks, security systems, and components; assess their condition, identify repairs, and recommend preventive maintenance.
  • Repair a variety of items, systems, and components, including lockers, coin-operated dispensers, locks, tumblers, springs, and lock cylinders.
  • Operate picks, slim Jims, and other devices to open locks.
  • Participate in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars to convey or gather information needed for job functions.
  • Prepare written materials, including repair-status documents, activity logs, and reports.
  • Re-key or make new high-security keys, change combinations, and change locks using interchangeable-core cylinders.

Benefits

  • ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package; details are available through ABM Employee Benefits for Front Line Team Members.
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