Locksmith; FMD

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Locksmith
- Facilities Management Division

THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

The Facilities Management Division is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Locksmith. Incumbents must be able to report to work in any of the Broward County owned buildings, facilities and maintenance shops located throughout the county. This skilled position installs, repairs, and maintains all types of locks and security systems including electronic access control locking systems.

Performs skilled work at the journey level in the installation and repair of locks and making keys. Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Requires two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in all phases of the locksmith trade or closely related experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License for duration of appointment.

• Associate's degree or Vocational school certification
• Certified Master Locksmith
• Locksmith Online Training Course Certification
• ALOA
  - Associated Locksmiths of America
• Experience using computerized maintenance management system
• At least two years experience with Schlage restricted keyway
• At least two years experience creating master key systems
• At least two years of experience with MIWA or similar locking systems
• Certified Professional Locksmith
• Certified Registered Locksmith

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Repairs and opens defective locks; changes lock combinations; disassembles door locks, padlocks, combination locks, and handcuffs; replaces worn or broken parts; changes tumblers for new combinations; uses lock pick to open locks where no key is available; makes new and duplicate keys using key cutting machine; changes combinations on keyless locks and or safes. Generates master key systems using appropriate computer software and maintains these records;

makes repairs to jail electrical lock system; adjusts timers, line brushes, solenoids, capacitors, resistors, rectifiers and related parts of lock systems. Fabricates parts for repair of obsoletes locks using drill press, lathe, grinders and special hand tools. Installs master key floor and building lock systems; works with journey level tradesmen in the installation of locks in wood and metal doors.

Researches materials needed for jobs via multiple resources; co-ordinates with outside contractors and follows up to completion of work to county standards; attends meetings for planning and updating work orders. Performs related work as assigned.

• Manages Complexity:
  Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Gathers basic information to understand a problem and find a solution. Seeks to understand and apply systematic problem-solving methods; distinguishes symptoms from underlying problems.
• Action Oriented:
  Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Identifies what needs to be done and acts quickly. Shows optimism and enthusiasm that affects others positively. Works independently but knows when to ask for help.
• Plans and Aligns:
  Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational…