Locksmith - 20026803

State of Ohio • Lima, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Locksmith installs, repairs, and replaces locks, door closers, panic bars, and related locking hardware at the Allen/Oakwood Correctional Institution. The role also makes keys, maintains mechanical and electronic locking systems, performs preventive maintenance, and repairs doors, frames, and hinges as needed. The Locksmith maintains records of facility locks and issued keys, manages inventory and requisitions, prepares reports, and operates a personal computer and an electronic key system. The position may also involve institutional committee service, required training, and security functions in a correctional environment.

Requirements

• At least 12 months of training or experience in locksmithing.
• At least 3 months of training or experience in inventory control.
• Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.
• Job skills include trades, general maintenance, responsiveness, flexibility, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and replace cylinder and key locks, door closers, panic bars, and related locking hardware and devices.
• Lubricate and adjust locks and locking devices; change safe combinations and replace tumblers or padlocks.
• Repair electronic locking devices; install deadbolts; and make master locks and keys.
• Make keys using machinery such as key duplicators, key cutters, and grinders for doors, cabinets, carts, fire alarm boxes, and other items.
• Maintain and repair lock parts and fabrication in cell blocks, doors, cabinets, and safes.
• Perform preventive maintenance on locks and doors, including inspecting for wear or malfunction, changing locking devices for security, lubricating, and aligning components.
• Use a personal computer to prepare and maintain work-related records, documentation, and reports.
• Keep records of facility door locks and key identification, and track keys issued.
• Maintain inventory of parts, materials, and equipment; track items issued and prepare requisitions.
• Prepare periodic reports and respond to information requests.
• Repair doors, frames, and hinges when needed for lock repair.
• Make identification chits for employees, key rings, vehicles, and other devices as needed.
• Maintain, program, and enter information in the electronic key system (Morse Watchman).
• Serve on institutional committees and attend required training, seminars, and meetings.
• Perform security functions as required, including man-down responses, shakedowns, and inmate movement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed