Locksmith

San Benito CISD; San Benito (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

San Benito CISD is seeking a full-time Locksmith to provide district locksmith services under the supervision of the Executive Director of Operations. The role manages the Best Keying Program, repairs locking devices for district facilities, and coordinates hardware layouts for projects.

Three years of related experience and a valid Texas driver's license are required. The position supports both office equipment and building hardware, with a focus on safety and policy compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License with SBISD insurance carrier.
• Three years of locksmith or hardware experience with door/window hardware.

Responsibilities

• Complies with district policies and safety procedures.
• Repairs district locking devices on office equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of hardware on doors and windows.
• Combines cores, cuts keys, and maintains records for the Best Locking System.
• Provides hardware layouts for new and repair projects.
• Prepares initial purchasing documents to construct, repair or replace locking hardware.
• Maintains tools and equipment; keeps materials neat and recorded.
• Maintains a clean and safe working area.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Lock hardware knowledge

Security procedures understanding

Reading instructions

Cleaning equipment operation

Planning and organizing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Texas Driver’s License

Tools

Locksmith tools

Best Locking System

Job description

Job Title: Locksmith

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Executive Director of Operations

Pay Grade: 06

Works with: Maintenance Personnel

Days: 260

Dept./School: Maintenance Dept.

Primary Purpose

The Locksmith works under the direct supervision of the Executive Director of Operations, provides the locksmith function for the district and manages the Best Keying Program.

Prerequisites

• High School Diploma or GED;
• Valid Texas Driver’s License insurable with San Benito CISD insurance carrier and a good driving

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of plant operations, cleaning methods and procedures, minor repairs, security, heating and ventilations, and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment.
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies.
• Effective planning and organizing skills.

Experience

• Three years of experience.
• Experience working with window/door hardware and various building locking devices.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Complies with District Board Policy and safety procedures.
2. Repairs district locking devices on office equipment.
3. Maintains a working knowledge of installed hardware on doors and windows in the district.
4. Combines cores, cut keys and maintains records for the Best Locking System for the district.
5. Provides hardware layouts for new and repair projects.
6. Prepares initial purchasing documents to construct, repair or replace locking hardware.
7. Responsible for the proper maintenance of all assigned tools and equipment.
8. Keeps all materials stored in a neat and orderly manner, and maintains appropriate records of same.
9. Maintains a clean and safe working area.
10. Other duties as assigned by superivisor

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Tools and equipment related to locksmith functions.

Posture: Moderate standing, frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting, work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.

Motion: Frequent district-wide travel.

Lifting: Ability to lift and/or carry moderate weight (15-44 pounds), often sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, ladders, and ramps, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, push, pull, reach, repetitive hand motions, speak, maintain visual acuity, and drive vehicle.

Ability to work outside and inside, sunlight, temperature and humidity extremes, extreme vibration and noise, slippery and/or uneven surfaces, subject to chemical and biological exposure, work around moving machinery and equipment, work around electrical power supply and hazards associated with the welding profession.

Environment: Ability to operate hand and power tools and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Work outside and inside; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and scaffolding, and around machinery with moving parts. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, excessive noises, fumes, and toxic chemicals.

Mental Demands: Requires concentration (i.e. detailed work), communication (verbal and written), interpretive skills policy, procedures, and data, reasoning skills (understanding intercross of keyways), understanding verbal and written instructions, analyzing each situation and developing a solution, memorizing combination and ADA requirements, reading skills, coordinating job installation computing data records of systems, instruction proper use of systems, and maintain emotional control under stress.