Master Locksmith

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Installs, maintains, and repairs university locking systems

Completes project requests and estimates project costs for locking systems. Meets with requestors and vendors to research locking systems and develops recommendations for solutions. Completes and/or coordinates installations

Meets with stakeholders during building construction to map out the core codes needed for new or renovated buildings

Maintains keying records and systems

Maintains material/shop inventory, including ordering materials using the purchase requisition system

Provides immediate, on-call response as requested for building related maintenance emergencies

Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of mechanical and electronic locking systems, including installation, maintenance, and repair

Knowledge of electronic filing systems

Skill in the use of common hand tools

Skill in cutting, duplicating, and rekeying keys to meet security requirements

Ability to maintain door hardware equipment and specialty lock shop tools

Ability to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of key control and access systems

Minimum Education & Experience High School diploma or GED5 years of relevant experience

Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Job Level Overview Operations, Administrative, Service, or Technical Support Level 3 - Senior level role with considerable knowledge and skills. Performs complex tasks and project work. Work is typically not routine and requires troubleshooting and analysis. Mentors or guides less experienced staff.

About Facilities Management Services (FMS) & Maintenance Facilities Management Services (FMS) supports the RIT community by designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining a high-quality, cost-effective campus environment. The FMS Maintenance Services team plays a critical role in this mission by providing corrective and preventive maintenance for interior and exterior building systems and components across campus.

As a member of the FMS Maintenance Services team, the Master Locksmith is responsible for maintaining the security and functionality of campus locking systems and supporting the Institute's key management program.

Why Join Our Team Work with a team that values hard work and the difference it makes every day. FMS provides dependable, year‑round employment and hands‑on training to help you grow on the job.

Benefits Eligible for RIT’s comprehensive benefits program, including:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Sick and vacation time
12 paid holidays per year Retirement and financial planning resources

Educational benefits for employees and dependents

Employee wellness program

Free use of on‑site fitness facilitiesFLSA Category Non-Exempt Work Location On Campus Compensation $23.80-$29

Application Materials When you are ready to complete an application for this position please be prepared to submit the below requested information. This will be required to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner.

Curriculum Vitae or Resume Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Additional Details In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check.

Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides…