POSITION IDENTIFICATION
TITLE Locksmith
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 8880
GRADE 25
CLASSIFICATION Nonexempt
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Varies
MAJOR ADMINISTRATOR Varies
GENERAL FUNCTION
The Locksmith performs journeyman level locksmith work requiring expertise in installing, maintaining and repairing different types of building locks including cylindrical, unit, mortise and rim, and reload cylinders, as well as replaces and repairs panic hardware, door closures, ADA openers, locks on desks, file cabinets, display cases, and similar containers. The Locksmith cuts new or replacement keys, picks locks for which keys have been lost or broken and makes repairs of locks as required under emergency conditions. The Locksmith also maintains an adequate and appropriate stock of locksmith supplies and equipment, monitors and reports maintenance issues needing attention to the appropriate authority, and performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent is required.
Experience: At least four years of experience as a locksmith is required.
Skills: General mechanical ability is required; skills in the use of hand tools and equipment associated with the locksmithing and associated hardware is required. The ability to interpret plans and blueprints and to understand hardware schedules is required. Effective verbal and written communication skills are required. Computer literacy is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Effort: Requires the use of small hand and power tools. Requires the ability to lift and/or transport supplies, equipment, and machinery weighing up to twenty-five pounds on a frequent basis and up to fifty pounds on an occasional basis; requires frequent bending, stooping, and reaching on a daily basis. Some locks are accessible only by climbing stairs. Some positions in this job classification (job title) are designated as essential employees who must report to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to severe weather; the supervisor will communicate whether the particular position is considered essential and under what situations.
Other: A valid Missouri Driver’s License is required. The scope of the position may require night time, holiday, and/or weekend work to respond to emergencies. The scope of the position requires exposure to and use of chemicals, solvents, cleaners, and lubricants common to mechanical work that may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, use, and disposal/storage are not properly followed. The ability to read the English language sufficiently to understand written work orders and instructions as well as directions for the proper mixture, use, and disposal/storage of cleaners, solvents, paints, and similar products used in mechanical services is required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs skilled locksmith work by installing, maintaining and repairing different types of building locks including cylindrical, unit, mortise and rim, and reload cylinders; cutting new or replacement keys for authorized personnel as requested on Key Request forms; repairing locks on desks, file cabinets, display cases, and similar containers; picking locks for which keys have been lost; repairing or replacing door closure panic hardware or ADA openers; and making emergency repairs of locks as required under emergency conditions.
2. Assists in maintaining Master Key Systems for University security by keeping accurate records of hardware changes and new lock installations in each building, and repairing, maintaining, and reloading cylinders for locks in the master key system.
3. Provides assistance during renovation of existing or construction of new facilities by determining the requirements for locking devices and systems from blueprints, schematics, or sketches, making recommendations for such systems based upon knowledge of available products, and installing or monitoring the installation of locking devices or systems on renovated or newly constructed facilities.
4. Determines established applicable hardware specifications for locks and locking devices by interpreting hardware schedules, blueprints, plans, sketches, work orders, etc.
5. Ensures that an adequate and appropriate stock of locksmith supplies and equipment is available for use by maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment including key blanks, lock parts, levers and springs, knobs, and cylinders, preparing requisitions for replacements items as necessary, and storing the supplies and equipment in a secure storage facility.
6. Where applicable, maintains a coded log of padlocks and records key numbers and associated locks for all campus locations and changes lock combinations annually for Greenwood Laboratory School.
7. Where applicable, may provide assistance to residents by responding to maintenance issues in student rooms, common areas, and private and common bathrooms.
8. Provides supervision and directs the work of part-time and full-time staff on a limited basis for special projects.
9. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
10. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
11. Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.
SUPERVISION
The Locksmith is supervised by the designated supervisor and may direct the work of other staff for specific projects.
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
REVISED JANUARY 2017
