Locksmith - CCC

State of Missouri; Chillicothe (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a skilled locksmith to install, maintain, and repair locking systems across facilities. You will inspect devices, cut keys, and manage door-access records with a focus on security and reliability.

The role requires a trade program or certification with 4+ years of hands-on experience. The position offers state benefits, competitive pay, and opportunities for advancement within a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with four or more years of on-the-job training in a trade area.
• Completion of a relevant technical program or certification is acceptable.
• All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs locking systems; checks operation and replaces worn parts.
• Prepares and maintains lists of locks, doors, and personnel with keys; tracks inventory.
• Performs duties under supervision and other related work as assigned.

Skills

Locksmithing

Lock installation

Lock repair

Key cutting

Door hardware

Education

Trade program or certification

Job description

A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It's a calling. Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Missourians in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls. More than 95 percent of people who enter the prison system ultimately are released. We want to make sure they’re good neighbors.
We offer great benefits!Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan / Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family) / Paid life insurance / Long-term disability insurance / Cafeteria plan / Paid holidays / 10 hours annual leave per month / 10 hours sick leave per month / Uniforms provided when required / Pre-service and in-service training / Access to credit union / Direct deposit of paycheck (required) / Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives / MOST 529 College Savings Program. The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace.

• Installs, maintains, and repairs locking systems; checks for proper operation of locking devices; disassembles padlocks/safe locks/door locks; repairs or replaces worn pins/springs/other parts; adjusts pin length; inserts new or repaired pins into locks to change combination; and fabricates new or duplicate keys using key cutting machine.
• Prepares and maintains a file of installed locks and a list of doors that are keyed together or separately; prepares and maintains a list of personnel assigned keys to facility locks; and maintains equipment/supply inventory.
• Performs work under the general direction of a designated supervisor and performs other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 18 years or older with four or more years of on-the-job training in a trade area, or completion of a relevant technical program, or certification in relevant field.
All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed.
Contingent upon your position, you may also be eligible to receive:

• A $2.00 per hour shift differential if you are assigned to a shift that begins on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am and are employed at a 24/7 congregate care facility (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center).
• A $0.75 per hour medium security or $1.50 maximum security differential if you work full-time at a qualifying facility.
• A $1.00 per hour restrictive housing differential if you are assigned a regular post within a restrict housing/segregation unit at any facility.

The Department of Corrections currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of continuous service up to 20 years! If you are transferring from another State of Missouri agency and are receiving state retention pay, please be advised that the Missouri Department of Corrections administers retention based upon your retention anniversary date. As a result, your retention pay upon transfer may differ from what you were receiving at your previous agency until you reach your applicable retention anniversary date.
The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.
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