General Summary

As a locksmith, you will be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining locks, keys, safes, and other security devices in the hospital premises, such as doors, cabinets, drawers, etc. using hand and power tools. You will also work with electronic access control systems, such as card readers, keypads, and biometrics. You will need to read and follow codes, standards, and regulations, cut and duplicate keys, program and reprogram electronic locks, and respond to emergency lockout situations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Examines locking mechanism and installs new unit or disassembles unit and replaces worn tumblers, springs, and other parts or repairs them by filing, drilling, chiseling and grinding.
• Opens door locks by moving lock pick in cylinder or opens safe locks by listening to lock sounds or by drilling.
• Changes combination by inserting new or repaired tumblers into lock. Cut new or duplicate keys using impressions or code key machines.
• Disassemble mechanical or electrical locking devices, and repair or replace worn tumblers, springs, and other parts, using hand tools.
• Keep records of locks and keys. Establishes and maintains master key systems for buildings.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid locksmith license
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a locksmith in a commercial or institutional setting
• Knowledge of locksmith techniques, tools, materials, and codes
• Ability to read and follow codes, standards, and regulations
• Ability to install, repair and maintain various types of locks and security devices
• Ability to work with electronic access control systems
• Ability to cut and duplicate keys, program and reprogram electronic locks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, contractors, and vendors

Work Environment

• -limited exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., but none to the point of being disagreeable.
• May involve minor safety hazards where likely result would be cuts, bruises, etc.

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)