Campus Locksmith & Access Control Specialist

San Diego State University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 59,761 - 87,059; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision options

Paid holidays

CalPERS pension

Tuition fee waiver

Flexible benefits

Job summary

San Diego State University is seeking a skilled Locksmith to maintain, repair, and install campus locking and access control systems on the San Diego campus. This role supports safety and operations through preventive maintenance, emergency response, and technical expertise in mechanical and electronic security systems.

The position is full‑time, non‑exempt with standard hours, and includes benefits. You will work with a team focused on reliability, service, and collaboration across Facilities

Qualifications

• Progressively responsible training and experience demonstrating journey-level locksmith skills.
• Thorough knowledge of locks, hardware, and complex access control systems.
• Experience maintaining computerized inventory and master locking system records.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, and repairs to maximize system reliability.
• Install, program, maintain, and troubleshoot electronic access control systems.
• Respond to emergencies involving locks, doors and access control.

Skills

Locksmithing

Electrical locking

Inventory management

Lifting 50 lbs

Access control systems

Education

Apprenticeship equivalence

Job description

San Diego State University is seeking a skilled Locksmith to maintain, repair, and install campus locking and access control systems on the San Diego campus. This role supports safety and operations through preventive maintenance, emergency response, and technical expertise in mechanical and electronic security systems.

The position is full‑time, non‑exempt with standard hours, and includes benefits. You will work with a team focused on reliability, service, and collaboration across Facilities