Skilled Locksmith & Facilities Technician

Oceanside Unified School District; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceanside Unified School District is seeking a skilled Journeyman Locksmith for the Maintenance and Operations Department. The role focuses on installing, repairing, and maintaining locking systems for doors and cabinets across facilities.

The position requires safety‑conscious, detail‑oriented personnel who can read blueprints and work from sketches, plans, or general instructions. Candidates may supervise a crew and must manage time and materials efficiently.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Three years of varied journey-level locksmith experience.
• Knowledge of materials, tools and methods in the locksmith trade.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled locksmith work in installation, maintenance, and repair of locks on doors and cabinets.
• Read sketches, plans, blueprints and follow instructions.
• Prepare time and material estimates; monitor work orders.
• Guide the work of a crew and ensure work completes on schedule.
• Operate computer, mobile devices and assigned work order software.

Skills

Locksmithing

Lock maintenance

Tool use

Safety practices

Recordkeeping

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Blueprints reading

Computer & mobile devices

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3+ years journeyman locksmith experience

Tools

Locksmith tools & equipment

Electronic locking devices knowledge

Job description

Oceanside Unified School District is seeking a skilled Journeyman Locksmith for the Maintenance and Operations Department. The role focuses on installing, repairing, and maintaining locking systems for doors and cabinets across facilities.

The position requires safety‑conscious, detail‑oriented personnel who can read blueprints and work from sketches, plans, or general instructions. Candidates may supervise a crew and must manage time and materials efficiently.