Posted: 30-Oct-24
Location: Youngstown
Internal Number: 4710931
The class works under general supervision and requires considerable knowledge of locksmithing in order to install, repair, and replace locks and locking devices.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
80% - Installs, repairs, and replaces cylinder and key locks, door closers, panic bars and/or related locking hardware/devices; lubricates and adjusts locks and locking devices; changes combinations on safes; replaces tumblers and/or padlocks; programs, installs, and repairs electronic locking devices; installs deadbolts; makes master locks and keys; makes new keys using various machinery for doors, cupboards, filing cabinets, medication cabinets and carts, fire alarm boxes, and other items; maintains and repairs parts fabrication of locks in cell blocks, doors, cabinets and/or safes, and performs preventive maintenance on locks and doors; inspects locks for wear and malfunction; changes locking devices for security purposes; lubricates, aligns.
20% - Operates personal computer to prepare and maintain work related records, documentation, and/or reports; keeps records of all door locks within facility; maintains identification of keys; keeps records of keys issued; maintains inventory of parts, material, and equipment needed and issued and prepares requisitions; prepares periodic reports and responds to information requests; repairs doors, frames, and/or hinges if needed for lock repair; makes chits for employees, key rings, vehicles, and other devices as needed. Attends safety sessions. Submits work orders and reports. Reads and interprets trade manuals and blueprints.
Other Functions and Responsibilities: Performs other related duties as assigned.
Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment.
Work Schedule: Typically, M-T-W-Th-F 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; occasional evenings or weekends as needed.
Supervision Exercised: May exercise supervision over student employees.
Reports to: Building Construction Superintendent
Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: inventory control; safety practices and applicable code standards*; agency policies and procedures such as key and tool control, administrative rules*; computer programming of key software and access control.
Skill in: word processing or typing; locksmithing; operation of related power tools and machinery; operation of personal computer.
Ability to: carry out instructions in written, oral, or picture form; read and interpret trade manuals and security guidelines; maintain accurate records.
(*) Developed after employment.
Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED; experience in door lock installation and repair, including keying and rekeying standard and master locks.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in key control practices; experience in inventory control, including the use of inventory control programs; experience working as a locksmith or locksmith apprentice.