Locksmith I

Career Opportunity

The city of Las Vegas is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Locksmith I. This position performs a variety of technically skilled and difficult locksmith maintenance tasks; and performs a variety of technical tasks related to area of assignment.

Minimum Qualifications Screening

• At least 2 years of locksmith experience.
• Graduation from High School or GED.
• Formal or On-the-Job locksmith training.
• Appropriate and valid driver's license. 

Tips on completing the application.

For each employer, fully describe your qualifications and experience, with specific reference to your locksmith experience.

Type of Examination

A civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the city of Las Vegas. 

The test for this recruitment will be a multiple-choice written examination which will test the applicant's knowledge of 

1. Basic principles and procedures of the locksmith trade.
2. Techniques of installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of locking systems.
3. Wiring schematics and electronic locking devices and systems.
4. Tools and materials currently used in the locksmith trade. 

The city does not recommend or endorse any particular study guide for this test.

Written Exam Dates: 5/5/25 and 5/8/25

Additional Background Process

Any position with the Department of Public Safety requires the following additional screening: (1) background investigation, (2) polygraph, and (3) psychological suitability assessment. Sensitive and/or confidential aspects of your personal life will be explored during this this phase of the process.

Selection Process

Final candidate selection will include list placement and may include hiring interview with skills assessment. Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, education and experience verification, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. Some positions may require preliminary background checks.

Supervision Received

Receives general supervision from higher level Detention & Enforcement staff.

Essential Functions:

1. Installs, adjusts and repairs commercial and residential locksets on doors, safes, furniture and file cabinets.
2. Issues, maintains, and tracks access to keys and card access keys; maintains and updates paper and electronic records of key access within various city computer tracking systems; participates in maintaining the city-wide electronic and computerized door access system.
3. Maintains high security institutional locking devices, including cell block doors, electric locks and strikes.
4. Installs, repairs and replaces automotive locking devices.
5. Picks locks; drills out and replaces damaged locks in the field and in the lock shop; maintains a master keys lock system.
6. Cuts keys by hand and machine; issues keys.
7. Installs, adjusts and maintains various types of exposed and concealed door closing devices.
8. Fabricates replacements for damaged or broken parts.
9. Estimates time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisitions materials as required.
10. Coordinates the electronic access card program, including issuing and setting up and removing individual access cards, and entering access information into systems; acts as a liaison between the city and outside vendors responsible for electronic access systems.
11. Assists with maintaining a sufficient supply of materials so work will not be unreasonably delayed; assists in maintaining the security of high-value tools, materials and equipment.
12. Reads and interprets floor plans, sketches, drawings and blueprints. Recommends specific hardware for new and existing projects; orders supplies, materials and equipment as required.
13. Enters essential data into designated databases, maintains appropriate reports, and coordinates work orders.

Marginal Functions:

1. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
2. Coordinates and assists in transporting safes.

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible locksmith experience.

Training:

Equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by additional specialized training in locksmithing.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license on the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.

Special Requirement

May be required to be on-call and respond, if necessary.

Knowledge of:

Techniques of installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of locking systems.
Wiring schematics and electronic locking devices and systems.
Tools and materials currently used in locksmithing.
General principles and practices of building trades.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Skills in:

Operating a variety of locksmith tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
Installing, repairing and maintaining locks and locking devices and systems.
Picking and drilling damaged locks open.
Cutting and making keys by hand and machine.
Reading blueprints and plans.
Analyzing and correcting mechanical and electrical malfunctions in sophisticated access alarm and security systems.
Operating computerized equipment.
Working independently in the absence of supervision.
Understanding and following oral and written instructions.
Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Competencies:

Core Workforce Competencies

Professionalism – Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful and positive.

Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.

Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values.

Adaptability – Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.

Problem Solving – Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.

Productive Partnerships – Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.

Technical and Safety Expertise – Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical (job) area.

Salary : $31