Locksmith Lead

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD in Houston, TX seeks an experienced locksmith leader to oversee the Locks Department, plan and maintain mechanical and electronic locking systems, and support new construction with hardware expertise.

You will read blueprints, decode and re-key locks, duplicate keys, and manage confidential system codes while coordinating with Facilities & Planning. Excellent leadership and English proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Minimum of five years of locksmith experience.
• Knowledge of key codes and creation of keys using codes.
• Knowledge of key duplication, master keying, and labeling standards.
• Knowledge of electronic locking systems.
• Ability to decode and re-key locks.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
• Ability to provide leadership to the Locks Department.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all major projects involving the Locks Department.
• Plan, install, service, and maintain mechanical and electronic locking systems, door hardware, mullion bar, and panic hardware, working from blueprints and specifications.
• Provide assistance to the Facilities & Planning Department with new construction and renovation projects with insight to proper hardware and locks.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Duplicate keys using key duplicating machine.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Compile and update a confidential log of system codes and records as required by the district.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Ensure that vehicle, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work areas and report any conditions that are not correctable to immediate supervisor.
• Perform all other assigned duties as requested by supervisor.

Skills

Master locksmith skills

Knowledge of key codes

Knowledge of key duplication

Master keying

Labeling standards

Electronic locking systems

Decode and re-key locks

Blueprints and schematics

Leadership

English language proficiency

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Key duplicating machine

Job description

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Current valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record as determined by the Texas School Bus Driver’s requirements.
• Minimum of five (5) years of locksmith experience.
• Ability to demonstrate master locksmith skills.
• Knowledge of key codes and creation of keys using codes.
• Knowledge of key duplication, master keying, and labeling standards.
• Knowledge of electronic locking systems.
• Ability to decode and re-key locks.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to diagnose and repair problems.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to speak, read, and understand the English language.
• Ability to provide leadership to the Locks Department.

Terms Of Employment

• 261 days

Salary/Paygrade

• $24.92/HS10
• Salary (based on verifiable job-related experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year

Essential Functions

• Oversee all major projects involving the Locks Department.
• Plan, install, service, and maintain mechanical and electronic locking systems, door hardware, mullion bar, and panic hardware, working from blueprints and specifications.
• Provide assistance to the Facilities & Planning Department with new construction and renovation projects with insight to proper hardware and locks.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Duplicate keys using key duplicating machine.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Compile and update a confidential log of system codes and records as required by the district.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Ensure that vehicle, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work areas and report any conditions that are not correctable to immediate supervisor.
• Perform all other assigned duties as requested by supervisor.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Repetitive and precision hand motions, bending, stooping, crouching, standing.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work outside in all seasons.
• Must be available to work different schedules or shifts to accomplish tasks.
• Must be available for after hour demands, subject to 24-hour responsibility.
• Must maintain emotional control under stress.
• Possess ability to work alone, to keep information confidential, and able to drive district vehicle.