Locksmith

Abilene Christian University; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas seeks a skilled locksmith to maintain and secure campus facilities. You will install and service locks, door hardware, exit devices, alarms, and entry systems while managing key control.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, four years of locksmith experience, and current licensure. You will follow university policies, prepare estimates, and be on-call to ensure campus security.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four years of related experience as a locksmith.
• Licensed as a certified locksmith.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain locks, hardware, doors, exit devices and alarms, entry systems and all associated components.
• Re-key locks and issue keys to authorized personnel.
• Develop a preventive maintenance program for doors and hardware.
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date record of all keys and locks.
• Fill out work orders and written reports daily.

Skills

Locksmithing

Key control

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lock hardware knowledge

Read blueprints

Job description

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU. Responsible for the maintenance/installation of all locks, manage/maintain key system, door hardware, exit devices, alarms, entry systems and all associated components.

Basic Responsibilities

• Works as directed by the immediate supervisor and/or Director of Physical Resources.
• Develop a preventive maintenance program for all doors and hardware.
• Install, repair and maintain all locks, hardware, doors, exit devices and alarms, entry system and all associated components.
• Re-key locks for security purposes, cut and issue keys to authorized personnel.
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date record of all keys and locks.

Essential duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Follow established rules, policies and procedures of the Physical Resources Department and University.
• Order materials and supplies as needed for the completion of work assigned.
• Fill out work orders and written reports daily.

• Display necessary initiative to work alone or in groups.
• Be on call 24 hours a day.
• Put together estimates for minor projects.

• Maintain all building-betting list of the University.
• Develop key schedule through computer software programs.
• Control security of building key inventory.
• Cut keys and re-key locks as needed.
• Install and maintain door closers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four years of related experience as a locksmith.
• Licensed as a certified locksmith.

• Honesty; responsible
• Good moral character
• Trustworthy, dependable, punctual
• Likes to work
• Must be neat and clean in appearance at all times

Professional Development Requirements

Skill Required

• Knowledge of key cutters and key systems
• Able to operate portable drills and miscellaneous hand tools
• Able to interpret hardware schedules, blueprints, plans sketches, work orders and etc...

Training Modules Required

• Continuing education as required by the University
• Locksmith training course
• Computer training as needed

Physical demands

• Be able to perform manual labor
• Good health and stamina to lift carry and pull loads in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladder and work in adverse conditions.

Relation to other jobs

All departments depend on the locksmith to maintain the security of all campus buildings. In addition, because the Physical Resources Department interacts with virtually every areas of campus life, a pleasant relationship that is supportive of the Physical Resources Department objective is essential. To accomplish this objective, workers are occasionally required to perform work not related to their specific trade.

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire. Abilene Christian University is the premier university for the education of Christ-centered, global leaders, offering an exceptional education to about 6,700 students annually from 51 states and territories, and 42 nations. This private, comprehensive university, founded in 1906 in Abilene, Texas, offers 88 baccalaureate majors that include more than 175 areas of study, 77 areas of study in master’s degree and specialist programs, and five doctoral programs. It has been ranked as one of the top institutions in the nation for undergraduate research, undergraduate teaching, first-year experiences, service learning, study abroad and learning communities. ACU’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. ACU Dallas, a branch campus in Addison, Texas, is the home of the university’s online undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.