Correctional Locksmith

CT; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Connecticut is recruiting for a Correctional Locksmith to join their team at the Robinson Correctional Institution in Enfield, CT. This role involves maintenance, repair, and installation of security equipment, requiring strong skills in locksmithing and security measures.

This full-time position requires strong physical health and may involve interacting with inmates, along with the operation of various tools and machinery.

Qualifications

• Experience as a locksmith (field experience required).
• Ability to operate manual and automated control systems.
• Experience performing technical duties on a military base or large compound.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair locking mechanisms and security systems.
• Keep inventory of locks, keys, and related materials.
• Ensure highest security for critical materials.

Skills

Locksmith skills

Interpersonal communication

Mechanical problem detection

Computerized control systems

Record keeping

Job description

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) is recruiting for a Correctional Locksmith to join their team at the Robinson Correctional Institution in Enfield, CT.

Position Highlights

This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position on first shift. Schedule is Monday-Friday between 7:00 AM-3:00 PM.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, diagnostic assessment, repair and installation of locking, mechanical and computer security equipment including locks, pneumatic locks, electronic keypads, fingerprint locks, gate motors, cell mechanisms, handcuffs, padlocks, electric and/or manual and combination gates.


• Repair, lubricate, and open locks.


• Cut new and duplicate keys; change lock combinations; repair or replace worn tumblers, springs and other parts.


• Maintain and repair gate and door hinges, openers, and closers.


• Keep lock maintenance and key control records of all security equipment, location, and authorized holder.


• Maintain stock of replacement parts, locks, keys, and backup padlocks keyed identically to those in use; inventory, order, and receive parts.


• Retain custody of blueprints for institution, all keys for security system and emergency devices to manually unlock cells and gates in event of electric failure.


• Maintain highest security for critical materials.


• May perform supplemental duties related to other trade disciplines based on experience, knowledge, skills and agency needs.


• May physically restrain inmates, quell disturbances and assist custodial forces in emergencies.


• May be required to operate a motor vehicle.


• Perform related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of construction, repair, and maintenance of locks and mechanical, computerized, and electromechanical security devices; tools, materials, methods, and principles of locksmithing; correctional security measures.


• Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.


• Ability to quickly detect mechanical problems and apply corrective action; operate and interpret computerized and automated control systems.


• Maintain records, prepare reports; read and interpret blueprints and/or diagrams.


• Perform under stress and remain stable in pressure situations; detect and diagnose related electrical problems; weld and perform peripheral equipment repairs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience as a locksmith (field experience required).

Substitutions Allowed

• Two (2) years as a Correction Officer assigned to a full-time training program in the locksmith area.


• Experience performing technical duties within the maintenance trade area on a military base, aircraft carrier or large compound.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with commercial and industrial locks.


• Knowledge of low-voltage locks and controls.


• Knowledge of master key systems.

Special Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.


• May be required to complete a formal training course in correctional work.


• May be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.


• May be required to travel.

Physical and Working Conditions

• General good health, free from any disease or injury which would impair functional ability.


• Requires sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance, and vision/auditory acuity.


• May be exposed to danger of injury or assault by inmates and discomfort working with tools of the trade.


• Comprehensive medical and controlled substance screening required upon conditional offer.

Equity Statement

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Application Process Requirements

Applicants must specify qualifications on their application. Resume is not accepted during initial application; additional documentation may be required at later stages.

Incumbents may be required to undergo a background investigation before certification.