LOCKSMITH

JOB TITLE:

Locksmith

REPORTS TO:

Director of Facilities and Maintenance

WORK DAYS:

12 Months 240 Days

SALARY:

Classified Salary Schedule 63-1

($49,629 - $58,546)

LOCATION:

Maintenance Department

FLSA Status:

EXEMPT

NON-EXEMPT

X

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Perform master journey-level work in the installation, repair, remodel and maintenance of manual and automated locks. The Locksmith will lock systems and security devices, computerized access control systems, door openers, closers, and hardware.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install, repair and maintain commercial lockable hardware such as doors, automatic electric door, windows, lockers and magnetic keying systems to ensure safety of facilities
• Produce and/or modify hardware for locks
• Make new keys; replace broken or lost keys
• Design and maintain master key system including modifying and implementing security policies and procedures
• Maintain preventative maintenance program
• Clean, maintain, adjust, and calibrate and service equipment used in the performance of duties
• Monitor work done by outside contractors for adherence to state and federal Code Requirements and reports back to supervisor
• Assist in the writing of specifications for repairs and new construction
• Maintain appropriate service and repair records
• Research, purchases and inventories equipment parts, chemicals and supplies
• Respond to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service
• May train and direct the work of other classified staff in the area
• Assist and serve as back up to other facilities employees
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate, supplemented by completion of an apprenticeship program or related military occupational specialties (MOS).
• Four years as a journey-level locksmith in a commercial, industrial, or facilities operations setting

• SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Completed Application (HireTrue)
• Resume (uploaded to application)
• Three (3) returned References (HireTrue)

• PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

REVISED:

January 2025

Please Note: All candidates must submit to a background check (https://www.aps.gemalto.com/al/index_adeNew.htm). Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.