Locksmith – Vault & Safe Specialist

Irondale; United States; On-site; USD 49,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Employer-sponsored retirement plan (p 

Paid holidays

Sick and vacation leave

Job summary

Jefferson County is seeking a qualified Locksmith to join the General Services Department. The role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining locks, making keys, changing locks and safe combinations, and servicing safes. The incumbent will manage inventory, prepare tools, and may train an apprentice as needed.

The position requires strong technical skills, precision, and attention to detail, with a compensation range outlined and full-time benefits as described.

Qualifications

• Driver's license required.
• Certification as Facility Locksmith from the National Locksmith Institute is required.

Responsibilities

• Initiates, plans, executes, and monitors work involved in the completion of projects.
• Repairs and opens locks, makes keys, changes locks and safe combinations, and installs and repairs safes.
• Maintains workspace and equipment and tracks locksmith-related jobs and performance.
• Obtains and reviews work orders received by the supervisor to determine customer needs.
• Trains others (e.g., new employee, apprentice) regarding locksmithing and safety practices and procedures.
• Repairs and adjust safes, vault doors, and vault components using various tools such as hand tools, lathes, drill presses, and welding and acetylene cutting apparatus.
• Calibrates locksmith equipment and machinery to maintain proper functioning.
• Documents labor (e.g., employee name, hours worked) and equipment used to complete each project.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Education

Certified Facility Locksmith from the National Locksmith Institute

Job description

Jefferson County is seeking a qualified Locksmith to join the General Services Department. The role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining locks, making keys, changing locks and safe combinations, and servicing safes. The incumbent will manage inventory, prepare tools, and may train an apprentice as needed.

The position requires strong technical skills, precision, and attention to detail, with a compensation range outlined and full-time benefits as described.