Locksmith

USC Auxiliary Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

USC FPM is seeking a Locksmith – Module C in Los Angeles, CA. The role performs standard and advanced locksmith tasks, maintains master key systems, and supports high security access control. The candidate leads and trains journeymen, operates key cutting equipment, and estimates materials.

The position requires a four-year apprenticeship with journeyman experience and a valid California driver’s license. Duties include installation and maintenance of electrified hardware and adherence to safety

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of four-year apprenticeship program.
• 5 Years of journeyman experience.
• Trade-related trainee may substitute for four-year apprenticeship.
• Experience operating key cutting and code cutting machines.
• Valid CA driver's license; DMV pull notice system requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard and advanced locksmith procedures including high security keying and master key systems.
• Install and maintain access control locks and electrified hardware.
• Prepare materials estimates and maintain key records.
• Train journeymen and Zone Maintenance Technicians in skills and tasks.
• Install locks, hardware, and panic devices per plans and specs.
• Ensure safe, clean, and compliant job sites and prepare maintenance records.

Skills

Locksmithing

Access control systems

Troubleshooting

Electrical hardware

Education

High School Diploma / Apprenticeship

Tools

Key cutting machines

Code cutting machines

Job description

Locksmith – Module C

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Job ID: REQ20178145

Posted Date: 08/06/2026

The salary range for this position is $: 32.59 - $37.72.

The Work You Will Do

The Locksmith – Module C performs standard and advanced locksmith procedures including but not limited to high security keying, creation and maintenance of master key systems, low voltage access control. Determines need to repair and/or replace equipment. Estimates materials required for specific job components. Performs all appropriate module tasks and demonstrates proficiency as outlined in the Locksmith Pay for Skills section, independently or as part of a team, as assigned by the supervisor. Repairs, installs and re‑keys all mechanical type locks, electrified hardware and access control locks. Maintains key records and orders materials as required.

Trains journeymen and other employees specific skills and tasks as required. Provides leadership and guidance to journeymen and Zone Maintenance Technicians.

• Provides leadership and guidance to others who perform similar work. Sets priorities and timelines and monitors the work of others.
• Performs all necessary alterations, maintenance and repair work on University lock systems. Installs panic hardware, locksets and electrical releases. Works from blueprints, specifications and plans.
• Operates key cutting and code cutting machines.
• Estimates materials required for specific job components.
• Maintains clean job site throughout duration and cleans up job site following work completion. Maintains safe working conditions for self and others. Stores and maintains supplies, tools and equipment.
• Trains other journeymen, Zone Maintenance Technicians, or other employees’ specific skills and tasks, as required. Identifies additional training or defines needs for new or continuing training which would benefit staff.
• Prepares reports and/or maintenance records, as needed.
• Perform all necessary alterations, maintenance and repair on access control systems.
• Install electrified hardware and access control locks (standalone and hardwired).
• Experience with High Security Key Systems. Ability to rekey High Security Cylinders.
• Operate key cutting machines for high security cylinders.
• In the event of an emergency, the employee holding this position is required to “report to duty” in accordance with the university’s Emergency Operations Plan and/or the employee’s department’s emergency response and/or recovery plans. Familiarity with those plans and regular training to implement those plans is required. During or immediately following an emergency, the employee will be notified to assist in the emergency response efforts, and mobilize other staff members if needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
• The salary range for this position is $: 32.59 - $37.72. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Job Qualifications

The ideal candidate for the position of Locksmith – Module C meets the following preferred qualifications:

• Related Undergraduate Study
• Experienced with troubleshooting, maintenance and repair for Automatic Door Operators and Access Control Systems (hardwired and standalone)
• Experienced with High Security Key Systems. Ability to rekey High Security Cylinders.
• Familiar with ADA, Fire Door, and Life Safety Codes. Familiar with OSHPD and JCAHO rules and regulations pertaining to health facilities.

All candidates for the position of Locksmith – Module C must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of four-year apprenticeship program
• 5 Years of journeyman experience
• Four years’ experience as a trade-related trainee may substitute for completion of a four year apprenticeship program
• Experience performing standard trade-related procedures. General knowledge of trade-related methods, materials, tools, and equipment. General knowledge of industrial/commercial locksmithing. Experience operating key cutting and code cutting machines. Experience maintaining records and preparing reports. Familiar with city and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, standard safety practices and equipment, and other requirements for workplace safety.
• Valid CA driver's license required. Position will participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment. For more information, please visit the policy website. (opens in new window)

About USC FPM

FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this dynamic group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust.

Come and join the FPM team – a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence.