Qualified Craft Worker (Locksmith) (37.5 Hour)

State of Connecticut•Danbury, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Western Connecticut State University (WCSU), a public institution within the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system, is hiring a full-time Qualified Craft Worker (Locksmith) for its WestConnect Card Office in Danbury, Connecticut. The position performs a full range of highly skilled locksmith duties, including maintaining, repairing, and installing locking, mechanical, and electronic door-closing equipment; producing keys; changing combinations; repairing locks and rebuilding cylinders; and installing and repairing card-activated and electronic access-control systems. The role also involves establishing and maintaining key-control and issuing systems, using computer software for lock programming, key and key-cabinet inventories, work orders, and client communication, and preparing project specifications and estimates. The position is 37.5 hours per week on a first shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. A medical examination, drug screen, and criminal background check are required before an offer of employment. Applicants must meet the stated minimum qualifications and must be current employees of the listed State of Connecticut agency with at least six months of full-time or equivalent service, subject to applicable rules. Incumbents may be required to obtain and retain appropriate licenses, permits, or certifications. The class may involve physical demands and exposure to equipment, weather, or environmental hazards; hazardous-materials training may also be required.

Requirements

Four years of experience in tasks in the locksmith trade.
Two years of the general experience must have involved performing skilled locksmith trades.
Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard locksmith tools, materials, methods, and trade practices.
Interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prepare estimates, keep shop records, and use computer software.
Current State of Connecticut employee of the agency listed in the posting with at least six months of full-time or full-time-equivalent service, subject to applicable collective bargaining language.
A medical examination, drug screen, and criminal background check are required before an offer of employment.
Incumbents may be required to possess or acquire and retain appropriate current licenses, permits, and/or certifications.
Must have adequate physical strength, stamina, agility, visual acuity, and auditory acuity to perform the duties.

Nice To Haves

Four years of experience in the locksmith trade.
Considerable experience applying standard locksmith tools, materials, methods, and trade practices.
Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Experience following oral and written instructions.
Experience preparing estimates and keeping shop records.
Experience working effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, and install locking, mechanical, and electronic door-closing equipment.
Make new or duplicate keys and change lock combinations using hand tools and special equipment.
Disassemble locks and repair or replace worn tumblers, springs, and other parts; rebuild cylinders.
Install and repair card-activated and electronic access-control systems.
Set up and maintain key-control and key-issuing systems.
Use computers and software for lock programming, key inventory, key-cabinet software, work orders, and client communication.
Prepare project specifications and estimates, including estimating time and personnel and determining and obtaining required materials.
Keep necessary shop records.
Perform duties related to similar trade areas as required and, as applicable, liaise with other operating units and outside contacts.