Senior Locksmith: Keys, Access Control & Security Upgrades

Beaufort County; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

health care

dental

vision

retirement

deferred compensation plans

flexible spending accounts

life insurance

long-term disability

short-term disability

holidays

vacation

sick leave

Job summary

Beaufort County is seeking a skilled Locksmith to install, maintain, repair, and replace mechanical and electronic locking systems across county facilities, including high-security environments. The role includes fabricating and duplicating keys, maintaining key records, and addressing emergency lock and access issues.

Responsibilities include diagnosing malfunctions in locks and security devices, installing door hardware, and updating access logs.

Qualifications

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one (1) year of college.
• Over two years and up to and including four years of related experience.
• State license in appropriate trade.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, repairs, and replaces mechanical and electronic locking systems, keys, and access control components for all County facilities, including high-security areas such as the Detention Center.
• Fabricates and duplicates keys, including restricted or specialized keys, using key-cutting and key-coding equipment; maintains key records and ensures compliance with key control policies.
• Diagnoses malfunctions in locks, door hardware, security devices, and related systems; determines appropriate repairs or replacements and performs necessary corrective work.
• Installs and services electronic and mechanical door hardware such as panic bars, door closers, hinges, electric strikes, and magnetic locks to ensure secure operation of facility entry and egress points.
• Responds to emergency calls related to security access, lockouts, broken locking mechanisms, and other urgent maintenance issues, including after-hours as needed.
• Maintains and updates a comprehensive keying system and access logs for County facilities; ensures integrity of master key systems and restricted access protocols.
• Collaborates with county departments and personnel to ensure all lock and security systems meet operational and safety standards.
• Conducts routine inspections of locking systems in secure environments to ensure proper function and compliance with applicable safety and security regulations.
• Recommends upgrades to locking mechanisms and security systems to enhance facility security; assists in planning and implementation of security hardware improvements.
• Maintains inventory of locksmith tools, equipment, and supplies; ensures all equipment is used in accordance with safety standards and procedures.
• Prepares reports and documentation related to work performed, key control, maintenance schedules, and incidents.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment.

Skills

Locksmithing

Emergency response

Education

High School diploma or GED

One year of college

State license in appropriate trade

Tools

Key-cutting equipment

Key-coding equipment

Job description

Beaufort County is seeking a skilled Locksmith to install, maintain, repair, and replace mechanical and electronic locking systems across county facilities, including high-security environments. The role includes fabricating and duplicating keys, maintaining key records, and addressing emergency lock and access issues.

Responsibilities include diagnosing malfunctions in locks and security devices, installing door hardware, and updating access logs.