Qualified Craft Worker (Locksmith) (37.5 Hour)

State of Connecticut - Western CT State Univ; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth

Work-life balance

Job summary

Western Connecticut State University seeks a full-time Qualified Craft Worker (Locksmith) to maintain, repair, and install locking, mechanical, and electronic access equipment in Danbury, CT. The role includes key cutting, lock changes, and managing the key control system, with computer-based programming and work orders.

Shift is Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm, with background checks required. Applicants should have substantial locksmith experience, good communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in tasks in the locksmith trade.
• Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled locksmith trades.
• Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of subject requirements in a maintenance trade area may be substituted for two (2) years of the General Experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, repairs and installs locking, mechanical and electronic door closing equipment.
• Makes new or duplicate keys and changes lock combinations.
• Disassembles locks and repairs or replaces worn tumblers, springs and other parts.
• Rebuilds cylinders.
• Sets up and maintains key control and issuing system.
• Makes estimates of time, personnel and determines and obtains required materials on assigned tasks.
• Keeps necessary records.
• May operate heavy equipment.
• May respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at state owned airports.

Skills

Locksmith trade

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

Estimate preparation

Computer software

Education

Vocational/technical diploma

Tools

Locksmith tools

Job description

Introduction

Western Connecticut State University (WCSU), a constituent unit of the Board of Regents for Higher Education/Connecticut State Colleges and Universities, is a public institution committed to academic excellence. WCSU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs that blend liberal arts education with professional preparation and promote a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

WCSU is seeking a full-time Qualified Craft Worker (Locksmith) to work in our WestConnect Card Office in Danbury, Connecticut.

What we can offer you

• Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees

Positions requirements

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• First Shift
• Work Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
• A medical exam, drug screen, and criminal background check will be required prior to offer of employment.

About the role

• Maintaining, repairing, and installing locking and mechanical door closing equipment;
• Cutting new or duplicate keys;
• Changing lock combinations;
• Disassembling locks and repairing or replacing worn tumblers, springs and other parts;
• Rebuilding cylinders;
• Installing and repairing card activated and electronic access control systems;
• Setting up and maintaining key control and issuing system; and more.
• Using computers for lock programming, key inventory software, key cabinet software, work orders, and client communication is required.
• Working on project specifications and estimates.
• More information is available at www.wcsu.edu/westconnect

Selection plan

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

Before you apply

Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [e-mail].

Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

Questions? We’re here to help

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Sarah Davin at [e-mail].

Purpose of Job Class (Nature of Work)

In a state agency this class is accountable for performing a full range of highly skilled duties in the locksmith trade area.

Examples of Duties

• Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with standard locksmith trade practices and codes;
• Maintains, repairs and installs locking, mechanical and electronic door closing equipment;
• Makes new or duplicate keys and changes lock combinations using hand tools and special equipment;
• Disassembles locks and repairs or replaces worn tumblers, springs and other parts;
• Rebuilds cylinders;
• Sets up and maintains key control and issuing system;
• Makes estimates of time, personnel and determines and obtains required materials on assigned tasks;
• Keeps necessary records;
• In smaller trade areas may be the sole worker running a skilled trade area;
• May perform duties related to similar trade areas as required;
• May act as liaison with other operating units and outside contacts;
• May operate heavy equipment;
• May respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at state owned airports;
• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard tools, materials, methods and standard locksmith trade practices;

Interpersonal skills;

Oral and written communication skills;

Ability to prepare estimates and keep shop records;

Utilize computer software.

Minimum Qualifications - General Experience

Four (4) years of experience in tasks in the locksmith trade.

Minimum Qualifications - Special Experience

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled locksmith trades.

NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2.

Minimum Qualifications - Substitutions Allowed

Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of subject requirements in a maintenance trade area may be substituted for two (2) years of the General Experience.

Two (2) years of experience as a Qualified Craft Worker Intern in a designated maintenance trade area may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.

Experience performing technical duties within the locksmith trade area on a military base, aircraft carrier or large compound may be substituted for the General and Special Experience on a year for year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Four (4) years' experience in the locksmith trade is preferred;
• Considerable experience with applying standard tools, materials, methods and practice of the locksmithing trade;
• Good interpersonal, oral and written communication;
• Experience following oral and written instructions;
• Experience preparing estimates and keeping shop records;
• Experience working effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.

Special Requirements

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess or acquire and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

Character Requirements

At state airports: In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

Physical Requirements

Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class.

A physical examination may be required.

Working Conditions

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles; and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment, extreme weather conditions and/or environmental conditions.

The appointing authority may require completion of hazardous materials training programs, such as asbestos, PCB, PFAS, consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Acknowledgement

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.