Locksmith

Inside Higher Ed; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in Asheville seeks a Facility Maintenance Technician with locksmith duties. Responsibilities include maintaining the campus keying systems and performing general maintenance tasks. Candidates should have a high school diploma, a valid North Carolina Locksmith License, and relevant experience in facility trades. This full-time role offers a salary range of $60,000-$65,000 and works Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Applicants must submit online applications by the specified date.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• North Carolina Locksmith License required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the campus great-grand-master keying system.
• Rebuild, repair, and install locking devices.
• Support general maintenance tasks on campus.

Skills

Locksmith experience

Ability to comprehend construction drawings

Electronic locksmith skills

Welding and soldering equipment operation

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Graduation

North Carolina Locksmith License

Job description

Classification Title

Facility Maintenance Technician - Building Trades

Posting Number

S0663

Overall Position Competency

Journey

Working Title

Locksmith

Position Number

006527

FLSA

Non-Exempt

NC Salary Grade Equivalency

GN06 (For employment/re-employment priority purposes only)

Recruitment Range

$60,000-$65,000

Position Summary

The employee in this position will perform a variety of Locksmith duties. The employee is responsible for maintaining the campus great‑grand‑master keying system. Duties include setting up new keying systems within the existing great‑grand‑master system and keeping accurate records both manually & electronically. The employee also rebuilds, repairs, and installs a variety of locking devices, door closers, window and door locking systems, ADA door opener devices, door hardware, and panic exit devices. The employee occasionally provides support for a variety of Carpenter / Plumber / Painter and other general maintenance tasks on campus infrastructure.

Division

Budget and Finance

Department

Campus Operations

Full‑Time / Part‑Time

Full‑Time

Months Per Year

12 Months

Time Limited Position

No

If Time‑Limited, Length Of Assignment

Not Applicable

Minimum Education/Experience/Skills

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position’s role may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis. North Carolina Locksmith License.

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills

• High school graduate and minimum 2-3 years’ experience in one or more facility trades operations including: Locksmith/Carpenter/Plumber/Painter/HVAC; or equivalent field experience.
• Ability to comprehend construction drawings and electrical schematics.
• Electronic locksmith experience: installing, repairing, and maintaining electronic locks and access control systems, including programming, troubleshooting, and managing key systems.
• Ability to operate welding and soldering equipment and basic power equipment and properly utilize mechanics hand tools.
• Valid driver’s license.

Work Schedule And Hours

Normal working hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Employees are subject to emergency call‑in nights and weekends.

Competency Profile

http://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/classification-compensation/comp-profiles

Special Instructions Summary

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended is required upon employment and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre‑employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.

Posting Date

10/28/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes