Locksmith - 20026803

Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC); Lima (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) Allen/Oakwood Correctional Institution in Lima, OH is seeking a locksmith to install, repair and manage locks, keys and related hardware in a secure correctional setting. The role includes maintaining key inventories, programming electronic locks, and performing preventive maintenance on doors and security systems.

Prior locksmithing experience and inventory control training are required; expect full-time hours at the Allen Correctional

Qualifications

• 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in locksmithing; 3 mos. trg. or 3 mos. exp. in inventory control.
• Or equivalent Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and replace cylinder and key locks and door closers.
• Repair electronic locking devices.
• Keeps records of all door locks within facility.
• Maintains identification of keys and keeps records of keys issued.
• Morse Watchman key system programming and updates.
• Prepares periodic reports and responds to information requests.
• Perform security duties as required.

Skills

Trades

General Maintenance

Responsiveness

Flexibility

Time Management

Education

Locksmithing training

Inventory control training

Tools

Morse Watchman

Job description

What You'll Do

• Install, repair and replace cylinder and key locks and door closers
• Panic bars and/or related locking hardware/devices
• Lubricates and adjusts locks and locking devices (e.g., changes combinations on safes, replaces tumblers and/or padlocks)
• Repairs electronic locking devices
• Installs deadbolts, makes master locks and keys
• Makes new keys using various machinery (e.g., key duplicator, key cutter, grinder) for doors, cupboards, filing cabinets, medication cabinets and carts, fire alarm boxes and other items
• Maintains and repairs parts fabrication of locks in cell blocks, doors, cabinets and/or safes
• Performs preventive maintenance on locks and doors (e.g., inspects locks for wear and malfunction, changes locking devices for security purposes, lubricates, aligns)
• Operates personal computer to prepare and maintain work related records, documentation and/or reports
• Keeps records of all door locks within facility
• Maintains identification of keys and keeps records of keys issued
• Maintains inventory of parts, material and equipment needed and issued and prepares requisitions
• Prepares periodic reports and responds to information requests
• Repairs doors, frames and/or hinges if needed for lock repair
• Makes chits (i.e., identification tags) for employees, key rings, vehicles and other devices as needed
• Maintains, programs and enters information in electronic key system (i.e., Morse Watchman)
• Serves on institutional committees
• Attends training, seminars and/or meetings as required
• Performs security functions as required (e.g., man-down, shakedown, inmate movement)
• Performs other duties as assigned

12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in locksmithing; 3 mos. trg. or 3 mos. exp. in inventory control.

• Or equivalent Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills

Trades, General Maintenance, Responsiveness, Flexibility, Time Management

Organization

Rehabilitation & Correction - Allen/Oakwood Correctional Institution

Agency Contact Name and Information

Personnel Director 567-242-2362/ [e-mail]

Work Location

Allen Correctional Institute

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Allen County-Lima

Compensation

$24.27

Schedule

Full-time

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

OCSEA

Technical Skills

General Maintenance, Trades

Professional Skills

Flexibility, Responsiveness, Time Management

Agency Overview

Who We Are…

Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.

What We Do…

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov

Are You Ready?

We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!