Tradesperson - Lock Shop

Position Description

Safely performs journeyperson level tasks in the fabrication, construction, maintenance, alteration and repair of fixtures, equipment, structures, buildings, and built‑in components for Texas Tech facilities. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research‑Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state‑assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850‑acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan‑area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two‑thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School.

The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

• Repairs, services, and installs commercial and institutional locks/hardware, including desks, file cabinets, automotive locks, and other miscellaneous locks on campus.
• Sets up and maintains master key systems, including cutting initial keys, setting cylinders, and expanding systems as needed.
• Changes safe combinations, adjusts as required, opens locks/safes when keys or combinations are lost/malfunctioning, and installs/repairs door closures.
• Assists in maintaining inventory, processes key issuance and returns, and advises the shop foreman on job/project status and operational issues.
• Provides after‑hours overtime work as required and participates in the emergency call‑back roster on a rotating basis.
• Trains personnel in the apprenticeship program on job‑related maintenance tasks, ensuring skill development and operational continuity.

Proficiency in written and mathematical skills as may be reflected in the completion of high school or equivalent. This position requires eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience.

• Minimum three (3) years experience as skilled locksmith.
• Technical training courses including, but not limited to the locksmith field preferred but not required.
• Completion of approved locksmith certified training program.

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Job Type: Full Time

Pay Basis:
Hourly

Job Family:
Facilities Operations

Job Sub Family:
Facilities Maintenance

Hourly Pay Range: $14.04 - $18.27 - $22.45

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Shift: Day

Schedule Details: 7:45am-4:45pm

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.