Locksmith (Re-post)

shn; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is seeking a skilled Locksmith to install, maintain, repair, and open a variety of locks and access systems across SHN sites in Scarborough. The role involves cutting keys, managing master key systems, and supporting security upgrades.

You will work with security and facilities teams, including on-call shifts and weekend coverage. TAOL certifications are required, and flexibility to travel between SHN sites is essential.

Qualifications

• TAOL Level 1 & 2 certification completed.
• Experience with various lock types and key systems.
• Ability to perform key cutting and lock maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and replace locks and cylinders in buildings.
• Maintain and reload master key systems and keep records.
• Assist in installing electronic access equipment and door hardware.
• Inspect and test locking devices and ensure security standards.

Skills

Locksmithing

Access control

Education

TAOL Level 1 & 2

Tools

Master key systems knowledge

Lock hardware tools

Job description

Job Title: Locksmith (Re-post)

Union: SEIU

Job Category: Service

Hospital Location: Centenary Site

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Number of Positions: 1

Hours: Days, Afternoons, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada's most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America's largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 - 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Parking & Security. The locksmith installs, maintains, repairs and opens manual and automated locks, locking systems and security devices, computerized access control systems, door openers and hardware. The locksmith also cuts keys and modifies lock combinations.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, rebuild and replace locks and cylinders as required, 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.
• Assists in maintaining Master Key Systems 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.
• 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. Conduct door hardware evaluations and inspections of new and existing building facilities and sites, Work with outside contractors to assist with installation of Electronic Access Equipment and locking door hardware, (mag locks and electric strikes),
• Determines established applicable hardware specifications for locks and locking devices by interpreting hardware schedules, blueprints, plans, sketches, work orders, etc.
• 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.
• Where applicable, maintains a coded log of padlocks and records key numbers and associated locks for all SHN locations and changes lock combinations annually.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintain control of High Security ASSA, Sargeant, BEST/Stanley master key system,
• Inspect sites when notified of problems regarding locks,
• Assist in the development of departmental security policies, standards and guidelines,
• Design and cut unique keys by reviewing all current numbered keys issued in order to formulate new combinations,
• Provide, recommend and implement physical security safeguards, services and access control measures for departmental assets and information,
• Flexible to work at all SHN sites,
• Required to work some shifts and be on-call,
• Work with Security & Facilities Staff on a daily basis to ensure urgent repairs completed in a timely manner,
• Perform other Security/Locksmith duties as assigned

Requirements

• Successful completion of TAOL (The Association of Ontario Locksmiths) programs 1 & 2 (