School Locksmith & Access Control Technician

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking a locksmith to install, maintain, repair, and replace locks and security systems on district facilities. You will handle access control devices and key management to keep schools secure.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least two years of locksmith experience, with specialized training preferred. The position is full-time, hourly, and based in Charlotte, NC.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years locksmith or related work experience.
• Specialized locksmith training preferred; equivalent combination may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Adjust, maintain, repair, and replace door locks, padlocks, tumbler locks, and various other lock hardware such as panic bars, door checks, latches, catches, fasteners, and door closures
• Design master key systems which include sub-master and single keys and maintain records
• Review key schedules and blueprints to assist with new construction projects
• Open and repair jammed and vandalized locks and respond to emergency situations
• Train school personnel and administrators on repair techniques and use of key filing system
• Document work orders with information regarding time, materials and resolution
• Safely operate a district fleet vehicle to travel to assigned job sites and maintain vehicle
• Perform related work as assigned

Skills

Locksmith knowledge

Tools & equipment handling

Safe work practices

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years locksmith experience

Specialized locksmith training preferred

Tools

Lock hardware brands knowledge

Job description

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking a locksmith to install, maintain, repair, and replace locks and security systems on district facilities. You will handle access control devices and key management to keep schools secure.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least two years of locksmith experience, with specialized training preferred. The position is full-time, hourly, and based in Charlotte, NC.