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Locksmith is responsible for the maintenance, installation, repair, and troubleshooting of locks and keys. Duplicates keys and replaces and re-keys locks as necessary. Being a Locksmith may install or maintain emergency exit systems and electronic access equipment and devices. May design new key or lock systems for an organization. Additionally, Locksmith maintains a thorough records of changes and additions to an organization's key systems. Typically requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Locksmith works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Locksmith typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  • Montana State University
  • Bozeman, MT FULL_TIME

  • Locksmiths for the department of Facilities Services provide a range of services including management of security keying hierarchy system; managing and maintaining an electronic access system; managing and maintaining an electronic key distribution system, cutting new and duplicate keys; installing door hardware; changing combinations; repairing safes; and modifying, repairing, designing and constructing original lock parts. The person in this position must possess excellent communication and customer service skills as well as problem solving abilities.

    Duties and Responsibilities
    • Manage and maintain a key control system to eliminate unwanted cross-keying.
    • Repair locks and door hardware by adjusting or replacing parts.
    • Re-key door locks.
    • Open file cabinets after key loss by picking, drilling, or shimming.
    • Open vandalized locks by re-coring, extracting debris, dissolving foreign matter, picking or drilling.
    • Change lock functions (i.e. push button to turn button) by changing, modifying, or fabricating parts.
    • Change combinations, adjust, clean, lubricate and repair safes.
    • Participate in hardware and design master keying system selection.
    • Modify, repair, or construct original lock parts.
    • Work with manager to formulate immediate and long-range plans for upgrading hardware/software continuing the campus keying master plan.
    • Design master key systems for entire buildings, select hardware, and order same.
    • Work with Estimator to prepare job cost estimates for various campus keying projects.
    • Work with contractors on hardware and keying requirements dealing with new construction.
    • Install and repair door systems including locks, closers, safety glass, strikes and hinges.
    • Order hardware, parts and maintain bench stock.

    Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
    CARPENTER, LOCKSMITH – REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Two (2) years of locksmith experience that includes hardware maintenance, replacement, and troubleshooting; cutting and fabricating keys.
    • Carpentry experience.
    • Considerable knowledge of locks and institutional master key systems.
    • Familiarization with access control systems including electronic access and key distribution systems.
    • Demonstrated competence using personal computers and software, such as word processing, spreadsheets, electronic calendars, and email. Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.
    • Working knowledge of NFPA 80 and NFPA 101.

    Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
    CARPENTER, LOCKSMITH – PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Experience installing and maintaining access control systems including electronic access and key distribution systems.
    • Experience pinning and installing small format interchangeable cores and master ring cylinders.
    • Familiarization in low voltage systems.
    • Experience in a large institutional setting.

    The Successful Candidate Will
    • Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment;
    • Effectively and safely operate work-related equipment and tools;
    • Accurately follow written and oral instructions and procedures;
    • Work successfully with minimal supervision;
    • Communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, contractors, and the campus community;
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and the public;
    • Be a successful team player;
    • Provide excellent customer service;
    • Represent the department and MSU to others in a professional and courteous manner.

    Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
    Must possess a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. (If successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver’s license, must obtain a valid Montana driver’s license within 60 days of hire.)

    This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

    Physical Demands
    Position duties require the ability to meet the physical demands affiliated with maintenance, repair, renovation, and replacement of University facilities. With or without reasonable accommodation, must be able to: perform physical labor including transporting up to 50 pounds while going up stairs; work from scaffolds and ladders; perform overhead work; safely and effectively operate a wide variety of tools, equipment, and vehicles. Working conditions include exposure to temperature extremes, inclement weather, fumes, dust, noise, heights, power tools and equipment, and research-related activities.

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

    This position has supervisory duties?
    No

    Posting Detail Information

    Number of Vacancies
    1

    Desired Start Date
    Upon completion of a successful search.

    Position End Date (if temporary)

    Open Date

    Close Date

    Applications will be:
    Screening of applications will begin on December 22, 2023; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

    Special Instructions

    Diversity Statement

    Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

    In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.




    MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html

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  • Armstrong Lock & Security Products
  • Orlando, FL
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  • San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
  • Highland, CA
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  • Velociti Services
  • Atlantic City, NJ
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Locksmith
  • City of Chula Vista, CA
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • Salary: $4,986.00 - $6,060.51 Monthly Location : Chula Vista, CA Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Job Number: 24644301 Dep...
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  • Widener University
  • Chester, SC
  • Locksmith Job no: 493090 Work type: Full-time (hourly) Location: Chester Categories: Staff Widener University is current...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Montana

Montana (/mɒnˈtænə/ (listen)) is a landlocked state in the Northwestern United States. Montana has several nicknames, although none are official, including "Big Sky Country" and "The Treasure State", and slogans that include "Land of the Shining Mountains" and more recently "The Last Best Place". Montana is the 4th largest in area, the 8th least populous, and the 3rd least densely populated of the 50 U.S. states. The western half of Montana contains numerous mountain ranges. Smaller island ranges are found throughout the state. In all, 77 named ranges are part of the Rocky Mountains. The easte...
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Income Estimation for Locksmith jobs
$43,293 to $54,890

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What does a Locksmith do?

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