What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locksmith position at Texas State University?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number
2025373
Posting/Functional Title
Locksmith
University Pay Plan Title
Locksmith
Location
San Marcos
Department
DHRL Administration
Recruitment Type
Open to All
Job Type
Full-Time
Funding Source
Permanent
Monthly Salary
$3,791.67
Job Category
Non-Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Knowledge of lock and key mechanics, equipment, and systems.
- Experience as a Locksmith or cutting keys.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least 1 year of experience installing, repairing, and maintaining commercial locks, automatic doors, exit devices, and other locking devices on all types of doors, gates, key watchers, and other equipment.
- Experience with electronic key controls.
- Performs installation, maintenance, inspection, modification, retrofitting, and repair of electronic locks, delayed egress devices, and Access Control systems.
- Locksmith license of certification.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to receive, respond, and follow through with written and verbal work-related instructions and requests from supervisors, customers, and co-workers.
Job Description
The locksmith will perform the work required to maintain, repair, install, and operate doors and locks of the mechanical and electronic variety to ensure the safety and security of the residence halls and apartments managed and operated by the Department of Housing and Residential Life.
Job Duties
Safety and Security:
- Install, repair, and pin commercial cylinder cores to operate within an established master key system.
- Use PDA to change lock codes as needed. Respond to emergencies to repair broken locks.
- Analyze computer-generated work orders and prioritize repairs.
- Use troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques to perform maintenance, repairs, system identification, and equipment malfunctions. Work with key software.
- Communicate with supervisor, staff, and residents.
- Complete and submit paperwork to your supervisor at the end of each day. Ensure all inventory items are signed out and accounted for daily. Sign and close out all completed work orders daily with a description of the work performed.
- Serve as part of the call rotations for after-hours emergencies.
Special Projects:
- Assisted in installing and repairing door access systems, including door management alarms, card readers, electric strikes, electrified exit devices, delayed egress devices, and door contacts.
- Transport equipment and supplies as needed to perform routine preventive maintenance and/or repairs.
- Promote professional development of self and all staff to improve knowledge and skills through ongoing training and workshops, including monthly safety training.
- Other related functions as assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants
- This position requires driving University vehicles.
Job Open Date
03/25/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
04/04/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Normal Work Days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start
8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End
5:00PM
Posting Notices
Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system., You will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a list of references.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
- Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
- Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
- Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
- Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
- An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
- Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.
Salary : $3,792
