Locksmith

Opt For Healthy Living; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 59,761 - 87,059; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Job summary

San Diego State University is seeking a skilled Locksmith to maintain, repair, and install campus locking and access control systems on campus in San Diego. The role supports security and operations through preventive maintenance, emergency response, and technical expertise in mechanical and electronic security systems.

The position is full-time on campus, with standard hours and eligibility for benefits under SDSU.

Qualifications

• Progressive training and experience demonstrating journey-level locksmith skills.
• Experience with electronic access systems and master key records.
• Ability to lift and transport equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of locks, hardware, and life-safety codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, and repairs to maximize system reliability.
• Install, maintain, and repair manual and electronic locking systems and door hardware.
• Respond to emergency service requests to restore security and operations.
• Maintain master key systems and access control documentation.
• Review plans and coordinate with contractors for renovations and projects.

Skills

Locksmith knowledge

Access control systems

Electrical locking

Inventory records

Lifting capability 50 lbs

Education

Locksmith apprenticeship program

Job description

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Job no: 559746

Work type: Staff

Location: San Diego

Categories: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Probationary, Full Time, Trades, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position Summary

San Diego State University is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Locksmith to maintain, repair, and install campus locking and access control systems. This role supports the security and functionality of university facilities through preventive maintenance, emergency response, and technical expertise in mechanical and electronic security systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Renovation, Preventive Maintenance & Emergency Response
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, and repairs to maximize system reliability and minimize disruptions.
• Support renovation and capital improvement projects by installing security hardware, reviewing plans, estimating materials, and coordinating with contractors.
• Respond to emergency service requests involving locks, doors, and access control systems to restore building security and operations.
• Maintenance & Repair
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manual and electronic locking systems, door hardware, automatic operators, safes, gates, and other security devices.
• Diagnose system failures and restore equipment to safe operation while ensuring compliance with building, fire, and life‑safety codes.
• Access Control & Security Systems
• Install, program, maintain, and troubleshoot electronic access control systems and locking devices.
• Maintain master key systems, key records, computerized inventories, and access control documentation.

Why Join Us?

• Help protect the safety and security of the SDSU community.
• Work with advanced mechanical and electronic access control systems.
• Support campus improvement projects and essential Facilities Services operations.
• Join a collaborative team dedicated to service, reliability, and operational excellence.

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time‑base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated non‑exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

SDSU Facilities Services is a customer service‑based organization providing facility maintenance activities through a transparent and deliberate process. It is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, renovation, remodel, and alteration activities in support of the academic and research mission of the university. As part of the BFA division, we aim to offer opportunities for advancement and foster an inclusive environment, so all are valued and empowered to thrive.

For more information regarding the Facilities Services department, click here.

Education and Experience

The abilities of this position normally would be acquired through any combination of progressively responsible training and experience which demonstrates achievement of journey‑level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of a locksmith’s apprenticeship program.

Key Qualifications

• Ability to lift and transport equipment, material and supplies up to 50 pounds without assistance (in excess of 50 pounds with assistance).
• Thorough knowledge of the methods and materials and equipment used in the locksmith trade, including complex access control systems.
• Thorough knowledge of all types of locks, fastening devices and related hardware.
• Working knowledge of electrical locking and security systems and devices.
• Experience maintaining computerized inventory and master locking systems records.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being and professional growth.

Compensation

• Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 13 ($6,791/month) for highly qualified candidates.
• Salary step placement for internal applicants will follow the Teamsters Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,355 - $7,801 per month (Step 1-Step 20).
• Future increases, including step advancements, are subject to contract negotiations.

Full Benefits Package Includes

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by August 31, 2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as‑needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H‑1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person’s identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke‑free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Sophia Faulk at [e-mail].

Advertised: Jul 16 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

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