Senior Locksmith & Access-Control Technician

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University seeks a Senior Door Hardware Technician to perform independent and moderately complex door access maintenance, including mechanical failures and associated systems. The role involves installation, testing and preventative maintenance of university locks, cored and electronic, plus key control responsibilities.

The position requires reliable hands-on locksmith work, high attention to detail, and the ability to respond to service calls during off-hours to address safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three (3) years locksmith experience including electronic locks.
• Georgia driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and equipment to plan repairs and do minor maintenance.
• Install, modify, test and perform preventative maintenance on locks and door hardware.
• Install and service locks, door closers, electronic locking devices and related hardware; re-key cylinders as needed.
• Create and maintain key records and manage a master key system.
• Respond to service calls during irregular hours for safety-sensitive situations.

Skills

Locksmithing

Lock hardware installation

Locksmith troubleshooting

Locksmith documentation

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic locking systems

Locksmith tools & equipment

Salto networking locking system

Best & Schlage key systems

SALTO Systems Installer Certification

Job description

Kennesaw State University seeks a Senior Door Hardware Technician to perform independent and moderately complex door access maintenance, including mechanical failures and associated systems. The role involves installation, testing and preventative maintenance of university locks, cored and electronic, plus key control responsibilities.

The position requires reliable hands-on locksmith work, high attention to detail, and the ability to respond to service calls during off-hours to address safety