Corrections Locksmith: Secure Access & Key Systems

State-of-Missour; Chillicothe (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a skilled locksmith associate to install, maintain, and repair locking systems across facilities. You will disassemble and replace worn parts, cut keys, and fabricate duplicates while tracking equipment and keyed doors.

A strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and adherence to department procedures is required. Applicants must be 18+ with substantial on-the-job trade training or a relevant technical program/certification.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with four or more years of on-the-job training in a trade area.
• Completion of a relevant technical program or certification may substitute for experience.
• Experience with locking systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs locking systems; checks proper operation.
• Prepares and maintains files of installed locks and key assignments; manages inventory.
• Performs work under the direction of a supervisor and other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Lock installation

Lock repair

Key cutting

Inventory management

Education

Trade program completion

Certification in locksmithing

Tools

Key cutting machine

Job description

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a skilled locksmith associate to install, maintain, and repair locking systems across facilities. You will disassemble and replace worn parts, cut keys, and fabricate duplicates while tracking equipment and keyed doors.

A strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and adherence to department procedures is required. Applicants must be 18+ with substantial on-the-job trade training or a relevant technical program/certification.