Access Control Tech: Locks, Doors & Security Systems

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston is seeking a skilled locksmith to install, inspect, maintain and repair electronic locking systems and automatic doors on campus. The role involves securing critical infrastructure and requires compliance with state requirements on security and criminal history checks.

Responsibilities include installing readers, maintaining electric locks and sub-systems, maintaining records, procuring parts, and performing keying surveys.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; education in lieu is acceptable.
• Minimum six (6) months of directly job-related experience.
• Valid Texas Driver's License required.
• All positions are security sensitive and require a criminal history check.
• Equal opportunity employer; call for further details if needed.

Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs and modifies access control readers and electric locks.
• Maintains electronic locking systems, including strikes and hinges.
• Troubleshoots and replaces motors and gearboxes as needed.
• Keeps accurate records of lock inventories, locations and authorizations.
• Procures parts and materials for lock-related work activities.
• Surveys systems and recommends keying and sub-keying options.
• May perform journeyman locksmith duties as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Locksmithing

Access control systems

Troubleshooting

Record keeping

Inventory management

Keying systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Access control hardware

Electric locks & strikes

Locksmith tools

Job description

The University of Houston is seeking a skilled locksmith to install, inspect, maintain and repair electronic locking systems and automatic doors on campus. The role involves securing critical infrastructure and requires compliance with state requirements on security and criminal history checks.

Responsibilities include installing readers, maintaining electric locks and sub-systems, maintaining records, procuring parts, and performing keying surveys.