Lead Locksmith Technician

FlyLock Security Solutions - Columbia; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Tools Provided

Uniforms Provided

Company Vehicle

Paid Training

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Bonus based on performance

Tuition assistance

Career advancement

Job summary

FlyLock Security Solutions - Columbia is seeking an experienced Lead Locksmith Technician to join our team in Orangeburg, SC. The role combines hands-on lock hardware work with security systems installations and maintenance.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in locksmithing, access control, and door hardware, plus strong communication and customer service skills. Responsibilities include emergency service, master key systems, and collaborating with management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in locksmithing, access control, and door hardware.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency work orders for commercial clients.
• Install, repair, and maintain commercial and residential hardware.
• Operate and service access control hardware.
• Create and maintain master key systems.
• Re-key and pin locks for residential and commercial customers.
• Read and follow instructions and diagrams.
• Interact with clients to determine service needs.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment and maintain cleanliness.
• Drive company vehicle and comply with policies.

Skills

Locksmithing knowledge

Access control experience

Door hardware expertise

Customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Tools

Locksmith tools

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Tools Provided
• Uniforms Provided
• Company Vehicle
• Paid Training
• Flexibility
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Growing Industry
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Bonus based on performance
• Company car
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Tuition assistance

Job Title: Lead Locksmith Technician

Reports To: General Manager or Franchise Owner

Key Areas of Responsibility

The Lead Locksmith Technician position is an integral part of FlyLock Security Solutions - Columbia and is key to the growth of the company. All Lead Locksmiths must have the ability to work well in a high-paced working environment. The individual must work well as part of the team and independently from the FlyLock owner. The Lead Locksmith position is a hands-on technical position geared toward an individual who has a technical mindset. Ideal candidates will have locksmithing knowledge and demonstrate the ability to learn new technical methods and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Ability to perform emergency work orders, for commercial clients only.
• Ability to install, repair, and maintain Commercial and Residential hardware.
• Safe and Card Access experience is a Huge Plus
• Ability to install, repair, and maintain Access Control Hardware
• Ability to modify hardware for locks.
• Ability to create and maintain master key systems.
• Residential & Commercial Lock re-keying/ Perform Pining of locks.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to troubleshoot with a variety of variables in situations.
• Ability to clean, maintain, adjust, calibrate & service equipment used.
• Ability to read operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information to customers & commercial clients.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to cut keys by code.

Operations Support

• Receive verbal instructions from Management or Clients/Customers.
• Perform small projects as directed by Management.
• Complete and submit paperwork accurately and on time.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills

• Minimum of 2 years experience in technical hands-on field experience in locksmithing, access control, door hardware, and other skilled trades.
• Good relationship-building skills with a diverse population including all customers’ partners, technicians, and all other company employees.
• Good verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple functions at the same time.
• Good organizational skills.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Capable of working effectively as part of a team.
• Able to work safely on ladders.
• Ability to drive in compliance with company vehicle policy.
• Provide a high level of timely & accurate customer service.
• Communicates effectively with the client to determine what services are needed.
• Respond to general inquiries from customers/clients.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to fluently understand, speak, and write English.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to kneel, crouch and stoop.
• Ability to reach above and below the shoulders.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to grasp, twist, and pull.
• Ability to climb a ladder and work above ground.
• Withstand external weather conditions year-round.