Locksmith Northampton, MA

Summary

This position is located in the VA Central Western Massachusetts Health Care System – Edward P. Boland VA Medical Center in Leeds, MA. The Locksmith is responsible for repairing, overhauling, modifying, testing, and installing a wide variety of locking devices found on doors, desks, compartments, mobile equipment, safes, vaults, and other secured locations.

U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

The work requires knowledge of the construction, operation, and functional characteristics of locking devices and skill in manufacturing replacement parts, devising or changing combinations, establishing master keying systems, neutralizing lockouts, and performing installation and repair processes such as filing, drilling, chiseling, and grinding. Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performing the full range of work in the installation, repair, maintenance and modification of a wide variety of commercial locking devices with varying makes and models
• Providing expert advice and recommendations to management on the most appropriate locks/systems for specific security requirements
• Designing and installing locks and integrated locking systems, including electronic panic button interfaces, to meet special security requirements and management needs
• Increasing the level of key control and security by modifying keyways and key blanks to create local‑unique combinations
• Maintaining expert knowledge of locks and associated hardware, new products, and regulatory requirements affecting work
• Troubleshooting to determine malfunctioning components and repairing by reworking existing parts based on knowledge of internal structure and operating characteristics
• Determining precise locations and angles for drilling without harming the contents or causing irrevocable damage to the locking mechanisms or containers
• Using a large variety of intricate tools to perform this work and providing maintenance
• Making operational tests to assure devices function properly
• Performing other related duties as assigned

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday; 07:00 a.m. to 03:30 p.m.

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Pre‑employment physical required
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable identification forms include driver’s licenses or state‑issued identification cards that are REAL , effective May 7, 2025
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to serve a 1‑year probationary period during which fitness and public‑interest performance are evaluated. Upon completion, employment will be terminated unless certification is received that continued employment advances the public interest

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK

CONDITIONS:

Work assignments require standing, stooping, bending, kneeling for prolonged periods, and working in cramped or awkward positions. The incumbent must lift items up to approximately 50 pounds. Work is performed in a well‑lit, heated, and ventilated area; occasionally outside in inclement weather. The incumbent is exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruises, scrapes, and serious burns.

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualifications. The job element method is used to match candidate qualifications against required job elements. Candidates must provide detailed, work‑specific experience on their resume.

• Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair
• Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)
• Measuring Instruments
• Technical Practices
• Troubleshooting
• Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Without more than normal supervision

Experience may be paid, unpaid, or volunteer work, including national service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps). Experience must be documented with start and end dates, and hours worked if part‑time.

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