Campus Locksmith & Access Systems Specialist

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

HSA contributions

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Tuition subsidy for IU courses

Job summary

Indiana University Indianapolis is seeking a skilled locksmith to install and maintain locking devices and access systems across campus facilities. You will key, re-key, and repair locks, manage records, and train others in security systems.

The role requires a high school diploma with a DOL apprenticeship, 5 years of journeyman experience or an approved electrical trade, and a valid driver's license. On-site work includes emergencies and snow removal as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with a certificate in a relevant Department of Labor (DOL) apprenticed trade.
• 5 years verifiable journey level experience; OR DOL apprenticed electrical trade.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains locking devices, including automatic door operators and controls.
• Installs, programs, and maintains hard-wired electronic access systems and stand-alone electronic access systems.
• Installs and maintains all door closing devices and controls.
• Installs and repairs panic bars.
• Disassembles mechanical or electrical locking devices and repairs or replaces worn tumblers, springs, and other parts, using hand tools.
• C cuts keys, re-keys and re-cores locks in buildings and facilities.
• Creates and maintains records of work performed and materials used.
• Maintains files documenting mechanical and electrical lock changes and keys issued to employees and vendors.
• Assists customers with identifying key, lock and security needs; trains customers on systems once installed.
• Records combinations and lock changes in code books; services safes when necessary.
• Maintains inventory of frequently used parts.
• Performs other general building maintenance as needed.
• Participates in the training of apprentices and/or other workers as needed.
• Drives vehicles as needed.
• Stays responsive 24-hour a day for emergency as needed.
• Assist with snow removal activities as necessary.

Skills

English communication

Safety awareness

Time management

Professionalism

Customer relations

Education

High school diploma + DOL apprenticeship certificate

Tools

Locksmith tools

Lock hardware equipment

Job description

Indiana University Indianapolis is seeking a skilled locksmith to install and maintain locking devices and access systems across campus facilities. You will key, re-key, and repair locks, manage records, and train others in security systems.

The role requires a high school diploma with a DOL apprenticeship, 5 years of journeyman experience or an approved electrical trade, and a valid driver's license. On-site work includes emergencies and snow removal as needed.