LOCKSMITH I

State of California; California; On-site; USD 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan State Hospital in Norwalk, California is seeking a Locksmith I in Plant Operations for a permanent, full-time role. Under direction, you will perform skilled locksmith duties, including master keying, hardware evaluation, and installing and repairing door hardware.

Responsibilities include coordinating with supervisor and vendors, reviewing construction documents for hardware compatibility, and maintaining key records.

Qualifications

• Locksmith I duties and responsibilities as described in the posting.
• Strong knowledge of lock hardware and security systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Set up criteria for evaluating security and door hardware.
• Make recommendations on economical materials and equipment for security and hardware.
• Review A&E construction documents to ensure hardware specs match existing systems.
• Set up and maintain master keying progression for all lock hardware.
• Issue and maintain security of duplicate keys; maintain records of key codes and materials in stock.
• Open locks, change lock combinations, make keys, stamp keys, and evaluate materials and tools.
• Install and repair door closers, door checks, doorknobs, casement operators and door strikes.

Skills

Locksmithing

Master keying

Door hardware evaluation

Documentation/record keeping

Job description

Job Posting:Locksmith I - Plant Operations - Metropolitan State Hospital - 26-482

Department of State Hospitals

JC-535623 -

JC-535623 - Locksmith I - Plant Operations - Metropolitan State Hospital - 26-482
LOCKSMITH I

$5,440.00 - $6,512.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/26/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Metropolitan State Hospital is located in Norwalk, Los Angeles County.

The Department of State Hospitals – Metropolitan, Plant Operations, is accepting applications for Locksmith I, Permanent/Fulltime position.

Under the general direction of the Supervisor of Building Trades, the incumbent will perform skilled work as a Locksmith; and do other related work including but not limited to: work with supervisor and vendors to set up criteria for evaluating security and door hardware; make recommendations to supervisor on the most economical and effective materials and equipment used to maintain the hospital’s security and hardware systems; make recommendations on the appropriateness of equipment proposed for use at the hospital. Review A&E construction documents to ensure hardware specifications are compatible with the hospital’s existing systems. Set up and maintain master keying progression for all lock hardware. Issue and maintain security of duplicate keys; maintain records on key codes and employees and maintain records of materials in stock. Maintain combination locks, cylinder locks, mortise locks, and padlocks. Open locks, change lock combinations, make keys, stamp keys, and evaluate materials and tools. Install and repair door closers, door checks, doorknobs, casement operators and door strikes.

Eligibility Examination: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of: permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the announcement as of the date this test is taken.

IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please carefully read and follow theinstructions for each process.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• LOCKSMITH I

Locksmith I - Plant Operations - Metropolitan State Hospital - 26-482

Classification:

LOCKSMITH I $5,440.00 - $6,512.00A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

DSH - Metropolitan

Department Information

Opened in 1916, DSH-Metropolitan State Hospital is in the vibrant community of Norwalk, 15 miles east of Los Angeles. To the south are entertainment venues like Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, the marinas and beaches of Huntington, Newport and Laguna. To the west are Palos Verdes and Marina Del Rey.

DSH-Metropolitan State Hospital has an open campus within a security perimeter. The hospital operates approximately 826 beds. The commitment categories of patients treated at DSH-Metropolitan: Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act, Incompetent to Stand Trial (PC 1370), Offenders with Mental Health Disorders (Penal Code Section 2964/2972/2974), Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (PC 1026).

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Unless there is a specific request to be notified via USPS mail, our main contact will be via email. Email correspondence regarding this job posting will primarily come from [e-mail] . It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their voicemails, email inbox, including junk/spam emails for any correspondence regarding their application status. In addition, applicants are encouraged to keep their CalCareers profile updated with a current telephone number, mailing address, and email.

Employees applying for this position who wish to be considered on a transfer basis must meet the minimum qualifications and all transfer rules. You may also be required to provide additional documents, such as copies of your college transcripts during the screening process when applicable. Please provide proof of the highest paying class you were permanently appointed to from an eligiblelist.
All Examination and/or Employment Application forms must include: “to” and “from” dates (month/day/year); time base; and civil service class titles. Examination and/or Employment Application forms received without this information will be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed Examination and/or Employment Application (STD. 678) form.

Note : If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered .

EMAILED OR FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Applicants are responsible for obtaining proof of mailing or submission of their applications to MSH-Human Resources Department, Selection Services Unit. Confirmation/receipt of USPS mailed submittals can only be provided for by Certified Mail.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:
Selection Services Unit
[phone]
[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.