Locksmith, Facilities Development & Management

Monash University; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

CalPERS retirement

Tuition waiver

Vacation & sick leave

Holidays (15/year)

Personal holiday

Job summary

California State University San Marcos in San Marcos, CA, seeks a skilled Locksmith to install, repair and maintain manual and automated locks, access control systems, and door hardware across campus. This full-time, on-site role advances toward permanent status after probation.

The position requires careful maintenance, adherence to safety codes, and collaboration with other trades. CSU San Marcos offers a comprehensive benefits package and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Install, repair, remodel and maintenance of manual and automated locks
• Locking systems and security devices
• Low voltage computerized access control systems and door openers

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, and adjust locks and components for campus buildings, rooms, furniture and vehicles
• Cut and issue keys; program and issue key cards
• Inspect work for conformance with specs and safety codes; estimate costs and materials
• Maintain locksmith shop operations; keep records and prepare reports

Job description

Locksmith, Facilities Development & Management

Job no: 560555
Work type: Staff
Location: San Marcos
Categories: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Probationary, Full Time, Trades

Position Description

Job Overview

Locksmiths as defined in this series are journey-level skilled trades workers responsible for the full range of skilled locksmith work including the installation, repair, remodel and maintenance of manual and automated locks; locking systems, and security devices; low voltage computerized access control systems, and door openers, closers and hardware. Incumbents install, maintain, repair, and adjust all types of locks and their components for campus buildings, rooms, furniture and vehicles; cut and issue keys, may program and issue key cards; implement, troubleshoot, repair, and program computerized access control systems; upgrade, troubleshoot, and maintain security systems including those interfacing with locking and other building systems; maintain and repair automatic door openers, door closing units, and control gates; service and maintain safes; purchase, store, and maintain lock systems, hardware and materials; inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements, and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations; inspect related work performed by contractors; estimate cost, time, and materials for locksmith projects; participate in the maintenance and operations of a locksmith shop; clean, maintain, and service tools and equipment used in the performance of duties; perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures; maintain a safe and clean work environment; maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems; prepare standard reports; and consult and work with other trades workers.

Position Summary

Locksmith (Locksmith)

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.

For a complete list of responsibilities and required qualifications, please review the position description linked at the top of the page.

Pay, Benefits, and Work Schedule

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,355 - $6,791 per month (steps 1-13)

CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,355 - $7,801 per month

Salary is commensurate with the background and experience of the individual selected.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year; 14 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.

This position is required to work in person on campus.

California State University San Marcos

A mid-size university located in San Diego's vibrant North County, we are dedicated to service, innovation, leadership and student success. We have an attentive faculty and state-of-the-art facilities which offer our students hundreds of opportunities to learn, lead, play and serve.

California State University San Marcos is a new kind of university, pushing the boundaries of innovation to prepare tomorrow's leaders, build stronger communities and solve pressing issues.

Cutting-edge research meets hands-on application at our campus and in the real world.

Application Process

This position is open until filled.

11:59pm on September 7, 2026.

Application requires answers to supplemental questions.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or e-mail: [e-mail] .

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment 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 CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Must successfully meet and pass a pre-employment medical examination and drug screen.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.

Pursuant to the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy, as of January 1, 2022, the California State University is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Subject to Education Code 89521, 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.

California State University San Marcos is not a sponsoring agent for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B visas).

Advertised: August 24, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled

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