Senior Locksmith

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, perform journey-level duties in the repair and maintenance of locks and related parts on lockers and doors; make duplicate keys, develop and maintain master key systems; install and anchor new equipment for security purposes.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Senior Locksmith is the experienced-level classification in the series. Incumbents serve as a lead and provide training and work direction to subordinate locksmiths. The Locksmith classification is the entry-level position in the series. Incumbents are responsible for performing journey-level duties in the repair and maintenance of locks and related parts in the maintenance of District equipment and facilities.

Install new locks; repair, open and remove locks; disassemble locks; clear keyways of obstructions; repair, replace and alter worn tumblers, springs and other parts.

Operate key-cutting machines to make or duplicate new keys as required.

Change lock combinations as directed; maintain and repair locks on school lockers.

Develop and maintain master key systems; maintain records and security of duplicate keys.

Repair and maintain panic bars and other exit hardware.

Install and anchor new equipment for security purposes; maintain records and security of keys to anchoring devices.

Operate a variety of equipment, tools and machines such as saws, grinders, sanders and hand tools.

Maintain a variety of records and files including comprehensive records of key numbers and lock locations, district key files and records of work orders and inventories.

Respond to emergency key needs when keys are lost or locks are broken.

Assist in maintaining master key systems; maintain records and security of duplicate keys.

Provide assistance to other maintenance personnel as necessary.

Operate a District vehicle to obtain parts and drive to District locations to perform work.

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from high school or equivalent and one (1) year journey-level experience in the locksmith trade.

Valid California class C driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in locksmithing.

Master key systems.

Applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.

Basic shop math.

Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

Record-keeping techniques.

Maintenance and repair of locks used by the District.

ABILITY TO:

Perform journey-level maintenance work in the repair and maintenance of locks and related parts.

Repair locks and lockers, make keys, use and maintain hand tools and locksmithing tools and equipment.

Operate a variety of tools and equipment related to the locksmith trade.

Plan and organize work.

Meet schedules and time lines.

Work from drawing, sketches, plans and specifications.

Maintain related records.

Maintain tools and equipment in clean working condition.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Observe health and safety regulations.

Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor work environment.

Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

Emergency call out.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment.

Walking or standing for extended periods of time.

Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.

Reaching overhead, above the shoulders or horizontally.

Climbing ladders to reach hardware and door closures.

Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling heavy objects.

Seeing to read a variety of materials and perform locksmith duties.

HAZARDS:

Working around and with machinery having moving parts.

Working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber.

Working at heights.

Fumes from cleaning chemicals.