Locksmith - 20026803

State of Ohio; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Ohio, Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, is seeking a Locksmith at Allen Correctional Institute in Lima, OH. The role focuses on installing, repairing, and maintaining locks, cylinders, and electronic key systems to ensure security.

Full-time position with the OCSEA union. Compensation is $24.27 per hour, with duties including key management, preventive maintenance, and door/lock repairs, plus compliance with safety and training requirements.

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.
• 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).
• Installs deadbolts, makes master locks and keys.
• Maintains and repairs parts fabrication of locks in cell blocks, doors, cabinets and/or safes.

Skills

Trades

General Maintenance

Responsiveness

Flexibility

Time Management

Job description

Job Description - Locksmith - 20026803 (260006YE)

Locksmith - 20026803 ( 260006YE )

Organization

Rehabilitation & Correction - Allen/Oakwood Correctional Institution

Work Location

Allen Correctional Institute 2338 North West Street Lima 45801

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Allen County-Lima

Compensation : $24.27

Schedule

Full-time

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Technical Skills : General Maintenance, Trades

Professional Skills : Flexibility, Responsiveness, Time Management

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.

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!

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)
• 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

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

Benefits

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

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.
Job Skills: Trades, General Maintenance, Responsiveness, Flexibility, Time Management

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

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Tobacco-Free Workplace

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace.