Locksmith Module C

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Transit subsidies

Job summary

University of Southern California (USC) Facilities Planning & Management seeks a Locksmith - Module C to perform advanced locksmithing, master key systems, and access control maintenance. The role includes training journeymen, leading tasks, and ensuring safety on site.

Responsibilities include installing hardware, operating key/code cutting machines, and maintaining key records, with an emphasis on high security systems and compliance with safety codes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a four-year degree or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train journeymen and technicians as needed.
• Perform alterations, maintenance and repairs on lock systems.
• Install electrified hardware and access control locks.
• Operate key cutting and code cutting machines.
• Prepare maintenance records and reports.
• Maintain clean and safe job sites and store supplies properly.
• Set priorities and monitor the work of others.
• Participate in emergency response duties when required.

Skills

Locksmithing

Access control

High security keys

Education

High School Diploma

Four-year degree

Tools

Automatic Door Operators

Access Control Systems

High Security Keys

Job description

vision insurance, tuition assistance, 403(b)

The University of Southern California (USC) department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking a Locksmith - Module C to join its team.

The Work You Will Do

The Locksmith - Module C performs standard and advanced locksmith procedures including but not limited to high security keying, creation and maintenance of master key systems, low voltage access control. Determines need to repair and/or replace equipment. Estimates materials required for specific job components. Performs all appropriate module tasks and demonstrates proficiency as outlined in the Locksmith Pay for Skills section, independently or as part of a team, as assigned by the supervisor. Repairs, installs and re-keys all mechanical type locks, electrified hardware and access control locks. Maintains key records and orders materials as required.

Trains journeymen and other employees specific skills and tasks as required. Provides leadership and guidance to journeymen and Zone Maintenance Technicians.

The Locksmith - Module C

Provides leadership and guidance to others who perform similar work. Sets priorities and timelines and monitors the work of others.

Performs all necessary alterations, maintenance and repair work on University lock systems. Installs panic hardware, locksets and electrical releases. Works from blueprints, specifications and plans.

Operates key cutting and code cutting machines.

Estimates materials required for specific job components.

Maintains clean job site throughout duration and cleans up job site following work completion. Maintains safe working conditions for self and others. Stores and maintains supplies, tools and equipment.

Trains other journeymen, Zone Maintenance Technicians, or other employees' specific skills and tasks, as required. Identifies additional training or defines needs for new or continuing training which would benefit staff.

Prepares reports and/or maintenance records, as needed.

Perform all necessary alterations, maintenance and repair on access control systems.

Install electrified hardware and access control locks (standalone and hardwired).

Experience with High Security Key Systems. Ability to rekey High Security Cylinders.

Operate key cutting machines for high security cylinders.

In the event of an emergency, the employee holding this position is required to "report to duty" in accordance with the university's Emergency Operations Plan and/or the employee's department's emergency response and/or recovery plans. Familiarity with those plans and regular training to implement those plans is required. During or immediately following an emergency, the employee will be notified to assist in the emergency response efforts, and mobilize other staff members if needed.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Benefits

USC's Commitment to You: We offer an excellent package of benefits and programs including, but not limited to:

• Tuition assistance for you and your family
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options
• 403b retirement account with matching 5% contribution by USC
• 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes
• Explore more on the USC Employee Gateway

Hourly Range

The hourly range for this position is $: 32.59 - $37.72. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer alignment, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Job Qualifications

The ideal candidate for the position of Locksmith - Module C meets the following preferred qualifications:

• Related Undergraduate Study
• Experienced with troubleshooting, maintenance and repair for Automatic Door Operators and Access Control Systems (hardwired and standalone)
• Experienced with High Security Key Systems. Ability to rekey High Security Cylinders.
• Familiar with ADA, Fire Door, and Life Safety Codes. Familiar with OSHPD and JCAHO rules and regulations pertaining to health facilities.

All candidates for the position of Locksmith - Module C must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of four-year