Locksmith

University of Texas; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a journeyman locksmith to perform installation, maintenance, inspection, and servicing of locking systems and keys across campus and university-owned locations.

This 40-hour-per-week role requires experience with mechanical and electronic locks, key origination, and careful adherence to security policies. You will work on UT Main Campus and related sites, with occasional overtime and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of field experience as a locksmith with strong customer service background.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical and electronic lock types.
• Perform rekeying services including key origination and cylinder pinning.
• Cut, stamp, engrave, and file keys; maintain key code records.
• Track and update work orders in UT Works; communicate status clearly.
• Assist with material acquisition and inventory; ensure safety and compliance with codes.
• Drive university vehicles; participate in meetings; on-call rotation.

Skills

Locksmithing

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

**Job Posting Title:**Locksmith**----****Hiring Department:**Facilities Services**----****Position Open To:**All Applicants**----****Weekly Scheduled Hours:**40**----****FLSA Status:**Non-Exempt from FLSA**----****Earliest Start Date:**Immediately**----****Position Duration:**Expected to Continue**----****Location:**UT MAIN CAMPUS**----****Job Details:**## **General Notes**You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person who wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to: • Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) • Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options • Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays • Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds • Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) • Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses • Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities • Tuition assistance • Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets • Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card • Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card • For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards .## **Purpose**Perform journey-level locksmithing work including installation, maintenance, inspection, and servicing of locking systems and keys on all types of doors and equipment at The University of Texas at Austin, the JJ Pickle Research campuses, and other University-owned locations. ## **Responsibilities*** Install, service, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain various mechanical and electronic lock types while working independently or as part of a team. Perform rekeying services, including key origination, lock cylinder pinning, and installation, as requested by departments, while closely adhering to key security policies and hardware standards.* Cut keys by code and duplicate keys using a variety of key-cutting machinery. Stamp, engrave, and file keys to ensure the safety and security of campus keys and locks. Maintain records of key recipients and respective key codes. Track and update the status of all work orders in the electronic work order system (UT Works), ensuring accuracy and timeliness.* Follow written and verbal instructions. Maintain professionalism in interactions with UT personnel, students, clients, and stakeholders. Keep supervisor, customer, and other involved project contacts up to date on work order status by providing clear, concise, and timely communication by email, phone, and in-person interactions.* Assist with acquiring necessary project materials and managing project inventory. Inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements, and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations.* Interpret and work from drawings and specifications for assigned projects and comply with all applicable codes, regulations, and standards.* Grant access to areas during emergency and routine situations by picking locks, when necessary.* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working area. Monitor and service machinery and tools for safe operation and work efficiency. Conduct audits of inventory levels and advise supervisor of needs.* Attend and participate in crew and department meetings. Drive University-owned vehicles. Complete all required departmental trainings.* Other related duties as assigned, including working with other departments. Occasional overtime is required to support organizational goals and objectives.## **Required Qualifications**Must possess a high school diploma or GED. At least 3 years of field experience as a working locksmith with a strong customer service background. Must have strong attention to detail with problem-solving abilities. Required to possess and maintain a valid Class \"C\" Texas driver's license. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas driver's license within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. Possess basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Provide a stable work history demonstrating the ability and willingness to follow direction.*Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.*## **Preferred Qualifications**Trade school or college with more than 3 years of field experience as a working locksmith. Intermediate to advanced computer skills. Experience with government projects. Knowledge of construction drawings.## **Driving Required**This job requires a class \"C\" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).## **Salary Range**$54,000 + depending on qualifications## **Working Conditions*** Uniforms or PPE* All weather conditions* Extreme temperatures* Chemical fumes* Standard office* Biohazards/chemicals* Electrical/mechanical* Keyboard* Manual dexterity* Climbing of stairs and ladders* Lifting and moving* Exposure to adverse weather conditions and hazards such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noise. Will lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds. Will twist, grasp, pull and bend.## **Work Shift**40 hours, Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Occasional overtime may be required during nights, weekends, and holidays. Will participate in on-call rotation, with a maximum one-hour response time.## **Required Materials*** Resume/CV* 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor* Letter of interest**Important** **for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:** You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. 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