Carpenter 1 Locksmith

King County, WA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan

Transit/ORCA program

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental, family, and medical leaves

Wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

King County is seeking a journey-level Carpenter I to support locksmith duties across Facilities Management Division buildings. The role installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs mechanical and electronic locking systems and door hardware, with emphasis on key-control and security hardware.

The ideal candidate has apprenticeship or two years of journey-level carpentry, strong mechanical aptitude, and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Completion of a verifiable apprenticeship or two years+ of journey-level carpenter experience.
• Knowledge of construction terminology, basic mathematics, safe work practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems and determine repairs.
• Clear communication, written and oral.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Ability to document work using computers and mobile devices.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial locks, lock mechanisms, cylinders, cores, door closers, exit devices, and hardware.
• Rekey locks and work with mechanical and electronic keying systems.
• Support key-control processes including issuance, distribution, tracking, and recordkeeping.
• Install/modify doors and frames for lock installations.
• Troubleshoot door-locking system problems and determine repairs or replacements.
• Use computer-based systems to document work and maintain records.
• Perform locksmith work in detention and secure facilities.
• Coordinate with electricians, security staff, and other trades as needed.

Skills

Locksmithing

Lock hardware installation

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Journeyman carpenter or apprenticeship program

Tools

Locksmith tools

Door hardware installation tools

Keying systems tools

Job description

Summary

The Building Operations Services (BOS) Section of the Facilities Management Division (FMD) is seeking a journey-level Carpenter I to serve in a locksmith-focused assignment supporting King County facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience with commercial locks, keying systems, door hardware, key control, and related security hardware. This position will primarily perform locksmith duties, including installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical and electronic locking systems and associated door hardware. We are looking for someone with strong mechanical aptitude, good customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability and willingness to learn new locking systems, security hardware, software, and related technologies.

BOS maintains approximately 3 million square feet of facilities where King County provides regional services, including courthouses, detention facilities, health care facilities, office buildings, and other County-operated facilities. Click here to learn more about Facilities Management Division and the Building Operations Section.

Commitment To Equity And Social Justice

As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.

We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts. Click here to learn more about King County's commitment to Equity, Racial & Social Justice.

Job Duties

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial locks, lock mechanisms, cylinders, cores, door closers, exit devices, and associated door hardware.
• Rekey locks and perform keying work involving mechanical and electronic keying systems.
• Support King County key-control processes, including key issuance, distribution, tracking, recordkeeping, and accountability.
• Install and modify doors, frames, and associated hardware as needed for lock and security hardware installations.
• Troubleshoot mechanical door and locking-system problems and determine appropriate repairs or replacement.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot security-related door hardware and electronic locking components within the scope of the Carpenter I classification.
• Use computer-based work-order, key-control, inventory, and tracking systems to document work and maintain accurate records.
• Perform locksmith and door-hardware work in detention and other secure facilities.
• Coordinate with electricians, security and access-control staff, other trades, vendors, customers, and facility personnel as needed.
• Operate and maintain hand and power tools and equipment associated with locksmith and carpentry work.
• Provide responsive customer service to King County customers and facility occupants.
• Perform other Carpenter I duties and related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a verifiable apprenticeship program or two years or more of full-time paid experience as a journey-level carpenter.
• Knowledge of construction terminology, basic mathematics, and safe work practices.
• Demonstrated skill in the use and care of tools and equipment used in the trade.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems and determine appropriate repair methods.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other trades and customers.
• Ability to use computers and mobile devices to document and track assigned work.

The most competitive candidates will have experience in one or more of the following areas

• Commercial locksmith work, including installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of locks and door hardware.
• Mechanical and electronic keying systems, including cylinders, interchangeable cores, and rekeying.
• Key-control processes, including key issuance, distribution, tracking, recordkeeping, and accountability.
• Installation and modification of doors, frames, locks, and associated hardware.
• Mechanical carpentry skills related to lock and door-hardware installation.
• Commercial door hardware, including closers, exit devices, mortise and cylindrical locksets, and related components.
• Security electronics and electronically controlled door hardware.
• Computer-based key-control, work-order, inventory, or asset-tracking programs.
• Working in occupied commercial, institutional, or government facilities.
• Detention locks, detention door hardware, or locking systems used in correctional or secure facilities.

Experience with every system listed above is not required. Candidates who demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, relevant trade experience, and the ability and willingness to learn specialized locksmith systems and equipment are encouraged to apply.

Additional Position Information

• This position is classified as a Carpenter I and is represented by the North Coast States Carpenters Union.
• The primary assignment for this position will be locksmith and door-hardware work.
• Work may be performed at multiple King County facilities, including secure and detention facilities.
• The employee may be required to participate in the paid rotating standby program.
• The selected candidate must possess a valid Washington State driver's license or have the ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner.
• The position will require successful completion of pre-hire contingencies including a fingerprint-based background check, references, and a pre-employment physical exam.
• The schedule and reporting location for this position will be Monday – Friday, 6:55am-3:25pm at the King County Courthouse.
• This position is designated as FIRST RESPONDER; this position has a role in emergency response and is responsible for the protection and preservation of life, property, evidence, environment and/or restoration of order.

Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation’s best places to live, work and play.

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King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

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Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.