Corrections Facility Locksmith: Master Key & Access Systems

Pima County; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima County is looking for a Locksmith for the Main Jail to install, maintain, and repair locking systems, with a focus on both mechanical and electronic access control. The role involves emergency responses, accurate record-keeping, and collaboration with security teams.

Minimum qualifications include an apprenticeship and relevant experience as a locksmith. Preferred candidates will have extensive experience with commercial-grade hardware and high-security lock systems.

Qualifications

• Completion of an industry-recognized apprenticeship program in locksmithing and one year of experience.
• Five years of journey-level experience performing locksmith duties.
• Valid Arizona driver license at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Designs and maintains master key systems for access control.
• Responds to emergency lockouts and security incidents.
• Installs electronic access control systems.

Skills

Lock installation and repair

Electronic access control systems

Key duplication

Education

Completion of an industry-recognized apprenticeship program

Relevant education for substitution

Tools

Blueprint reading

Locksmithing tools

Job description

Pima County is looking for a Locksmith for the Main Jail to install, maintain, and repair locking systems, with a focus on both mechanical and electronic access control. The role involves emergency responses, accurate record-keeping, and collaboration with security teams.

Minimum qualifications include an apprenticeship and relevant experience as a locksmith. Preferred candidates will have extensive experience with commercial-grade hardware and high-security lock systems.