Locksmith - Facilities - School Year 2026-2027

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District is seeking a skilled Locksmith to maintain locks and hardware across facilities, ensuring safety and security. The role requires at least seven years of experience and a valid combination of high school diploma and technical schooling.

Responsibilities include re-keying, installing hardware, and supporting code compliance. The position involves manual labor and in-person collaboration, with a focus on safety procedures and accurate record keeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and technical school.
• Minimum seven (7) years’ experience.
• Ability to cut and issue keys, re-key, install and repair locks and hardware.
• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair both mechanical locking and electronic access control devices.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Maintain inventory and good record keeping.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain locks, exit devices, closers, file cabinets, chairs, casters and other hardware.
• Re-key locks and cut keys as to masters, sub-masters, area masters, individual locks, etc.
• Create master key schedule for new buildings and re-key existing facilities using blueprints and hardware specification packages.
• Installs and repairs door hardware and hydraulic closing fixtures.
• Maintains records of work performed.
• Assist supervisor in coordinating the proper hardware to comply with all building codes and District master key systems.
• Assist foreman in obtaining hardware for lock shop, carpenter shop and planning and construction, to comply with ADA, life safety and fire codes.
• Perform inspections of new construction and renovations of facilities to ensure proper installation of hardware and compliance with ADA, life safety and fire codes.
• Complete daily man‑hour logs and other required documentation, perform preventive maintenance, perform well in a crew environment and maintain an inventory and itemize costs on each job.
• Act as project lead when asked to do so and safely operate and maintain equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Key cutting and re-keying

Lock installation and repair

Electronic access control devices

Safety procedures

Hand and power tools

Effective communication

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent and technical school

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Title: Locksmith

Reports To: Energy/Low Voltage Systems Manager

Classification: Auxiliary (Skilled Labor)

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt

Days: 250

Salary: See Compensation Plan for Auxiliary Staff, Pay Grade 308

Contract: None

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Primary Purpose

Maintain the locks and hardware on all facilities in a condition which fosters a safe and secure environment.

Qualifications/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent and technical school

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent and technical school

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to cut and issue keys, re-key, install and repair locks and hardware
• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair both mechanical locking and electronic access control devices
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures
• Skill in utilizing building security and lock systems and procedures
• Maintain inventory and good record keeping
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade
• Ability to communicate effectively

Experience

• Minimum seven (7) years’ experience required

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Maintenance and Repair

• Install, repair and maintain locks, exit devices, closers, file cabinets, chairs, casters and other hardware
• Re-key locks and cut keys as to masters, sub-masters, area masters, individual locks, etc. Stamps with identification
• Create master key schedule for new buildings and re-key existing facilities using blueprints and hardware specification packages
• Installs and repairs door hardware and hydraulic closing fixtures
• Maintains records of work performed
• Assist supervisor in coordinating the proper hardware to comply with all building codes and District master key systems

Safety

• Assist foreman in obtaining hardware for lock shop, carpenter shop and planning and construction, to comply with ADA, life safety and fire codes
• Perform inspections of new construction and renovations of facilities to ensure proper installation of hardware and compliance with ADA, life safety and fire codes

Other

• Complete daily man‑hour logs and other required documentation, perform preventive maintenance, perform well in a crew environment and maintain an inventory and itemize costs on each job
• Act as project lead when asked to do so and safely operate and maintain equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Ladder, locks (manual and electrical), fastening devices, control systems, keys, hand and power tools

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions
• This position requires regular in‑person interaction with the public

Physical Demands

• Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling
• Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying

Environmental Factors

• Moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures

Application Procedure

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above.