Lock Mechanic: St. Brides Correctional Center #00313

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Lock Mechanic for St. Brides Correctional Center. The role ensures facility security by maintaining locking systems and performing repairs across the center.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent and demonstrate knowledge of lock repair, maintenance, and blueprint interpretation. Related trade experience is preferred and pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Considerable knowledge in the repair and maintenance of locks.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints related to locking systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining locking systems which provide security for facility.
• Efficient repair and maintenance of all locks within the facility.
• Provide necessary repair and preventive maintenance for locking system and devices at this facility.

Skills

Lock repair

Lock maintenance

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Blueprints

Job description

Title: Lock Mechanic: St. Brides Correctional Center #00313

State Role Title: Trades Technician IV

Hiring Range: $51,343.00 - $80,093.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: St. Brides Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Maintaining locking systems which provide security for facility. Efficient repair and maintenance of all locks within the facility. Provide necessary repair and preventive maintenance for locking system and devices at this facility.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high School or equivalent. Maintaining locking systems which provide security for the facility. Efficient repair and maintenance of at locks within the facility. Provide necessary repair and preventive maintenance for locking system and devices at this facility. Skills, Abilities or Competencies: Minimum: Considerable knowledge in the repair and maintenance of locks and locking systems. Skilled in the use of a variety of hand and power tools. Ability to read and interpret blueprints related to locking systems.

Additional Considerations

Certificate of completion from trade school in lock repair is helpful. Hands on experience in a related field.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:
Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.
Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.