Lock Shop Maintenance Specialist
Job in
Blacksburg, Montgomery County, Virginia, 24062, USA
Listed on 2026-09-25
Listing for:
Virginia Tech
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-25
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Building Maintenance, Security Systems Installation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- The Lock Shop Maintenance Specialist assists the Lock Shop Manager with the daily operations of the Access Department including scheduling and making job assignments.
- Oversee several security databases for the department.
- Keys Out Reports must be done daily.
- Ensure operation of all doors and door hardware including fire exit doors, exterior doors, and interior doors in all Student Affairs facilities.
- Installation of door hardware and cores in over 53 residence halls, dining centers, SECL spaces, and office facilities representing approximately 250+ lock changes a year.
- Assists with maintaining an inventory system of locks and lock changes in accordance with established procedures to assure security.
- Assists Lock Shop Manager with daily record-keeping and each semester key control audits.
- Works closely with outside contractors and vendors and issues temporary electronic access cards, ensuring that the cards are returned or deactivated, and regularly audits access cards.
- Receives and inputs requests for brass keys and electronic key box access.
- Works closely with Sign Shop Specialist and assists with the design and creation of university-approved signage for Student Affairs buildings.
- Maintains knowledge of departmental and university key and security policies.
- The Lock Shop Maintenance Specialist assists the Lock Shop Manager with the daily operations of the Access Department including scheduling and making job assignments.
- Oversee several security databases for the department.
- Keys Out Reports must be done daily.
- Ensure operation of all doors and door hardware including fire exit doors, exterior doors, and interior doors in all Student Affairs facilities.
- Installation of door hardware and cores in over 53 residence halls, dining centers, SECL spaces, and office facilities representing approximately 250+ lock changes a year.
- Assists with maintaining an inventory system of locks and lock changes in accordance with established procedures to assure security.
- Assists Lock Shop Manager with daily record-keeping and each semester key control audits.
- Works closely with outside contractors and vendors and issues temporary electronic access cards, ensuring that the cards are returned or deactivated, and regularly audits access cards.
- Receives and inputs requests for brass keys and electronic key box access.
- Works closely with Sign Shop Specialist and assists with the design and creation of university-approved signage for Student Affairs buildings.
- Maintains knowledge of departmental and university key and security policies.
- High School Diploma
- Experience with maintaining inventory and record keeping.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and security of highly sensitive records and materials.
- Ability to take classes online and complete specified course work, independently and on schedule as needed for continuing training.
- Ability to successfully complete a training program and receive certification as a Locksmith.
- Previous locksmith experience with Best IC core experience.
- Working knowledge of maintenance methods; maintenance materials, tools and procedures; maintenance safety practices.
- Demonstrated experience and good mechanical skills in areas such as carpentry, low voltage electricity, and general maintenance.
- Experience with sign engraving/design.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Working knowledge of computers.
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
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Overtime StatusNon-Exempt:
Eligible for overtime
Regular
Salary InformationSalary $45,000 - $50,000/year and commensurate with experience
Hours per week40
Review DateOctober 1, 2026
Additional InformationWork Schedule:
Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 3:30 pm, may vary to…
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