Locksmith

Job Title

Locksmith Agency
- Texas A&M University
- Kingsville Department

Job :  University Police

Proposed Minimum Salary:
Commensurate

Job Location:

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK), the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and a proud member of the Texas A&M University System, stands as the region’s premier university. TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution’s 100-year history.

The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region.

The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo.

The Locksmith apprentice, under direction, repairs and installs locks and door hardware, duplicates key, recodes locks, and performs general carpentry work related to locksmithing. Maintains files and computerized key control records.

• Install new locks and cores in all new facilities and renovations.
• Master pinning and re-pinning of all cylinders.
• Cut, issue keys, and log issuance.
• Repair, replace, and add locks as necessary to maintain campus security.
• Determine style and brand of all locks installed.
• Identify, issue, and log padlocks.
• Change door locks in controlled or protected areas as requested.
• Control Master Key systems regarding access.
• Maintain and track key inventory.
• Collect all keys from exiting employees and document in the University system; complete employee exit documentation.
• Provide entry access to contractors working on campus and monitor return of issued contractor keys.

• Monitor and repair automatic doors.
• Perform preventative maintenance on automatic doors.
• Respond to work orders for locks, door hinges, and broken doors.
• Maintain door hardware including closures, hinges, and related components.
• Maintain ADA door controllers campus-wide.
• Assist other maintenance shops with card reader installations and troubleshooting.
• Maintain compliance with Fire, Safety, and ADA codes and standards.

• Maintain meticulous recordkeeping for the University's key tracking system (Keystone Web).
• Maintain accurate documentation of key issuance, returns, and inventory records.
• Provide excellent customer service through written and verbal communication.
• Participate in on-call duties for evenings, weekends, and special events.
• Complete all tasks assigned by the supervisor.
• Utilize Microsoft Office 365 applications to support daily operations and reporting.

• The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Education – High school diploma or equivalent

Experience – Six months of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to multitask and work independently and cooperatively with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.
• Knowledge of master key systems and changing keys to present hierarchy not required but preferred.
• Knowledge of methods, tools, and materials used in locksmith trade not required but preferred.
• Ability to plan or make recommendations in security modifications.
• Ability to create, edit, and format professional documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and correspondence.
• Demonstrated…