Correctional Locksmith & Security Technician

State of Ohio; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Ohio, Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, is seeking a Locksmith at Allen Correctional Institute in Lima, OH. The role focuses on installing, repairing, and maintaining locks, cylinders, and electronic key systems to ensure security.

Full-time position with the OCSEA union. Compensation is $24.27 per hour, with duties including key management, preventive maintenance, and door/lock repairs, plus compliance with safety and training requirements.

Qualifications

• 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in locksmithing; 3 mos. trg. or 3 mos. exp. in inventory control.
• Or equivalent Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and replace cylinder and key locks and door closers.
• Panic bars and/or related locking hardware/devices.
• Lubricates and adjusts locks and locking devices (e.g., changes combinations on safes, replaces tumblers and/or padlocks).
• Installs deadbolts, makes master locks and keys.
• Maintains and repairs parts fabrication of locks in cell blocks, doors, cabinets and/or safes.

Skills

Trades

General Maintenance

Responsiveness

Flexibility

Time Management

Job description

The State of Ohio, Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, is seeking a Locksmith at Allen Correctional Institute in Lima, OH. The role focuses on installing, repairing, and maintaining locks, cylinders, and electronic key systems to ensure security.

Full-time position with the OCSEA union. Compensation is $24.27 per hour, with duties including key management, preventive maintenance, and door/lock repairs, plus compliance with safety and training requirements.