Locksmith

Initial Posting Date

06/30/2026

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Department of Administrative Services

$4,312 - $5,988

Employee

Locksmith

Location:

Salem, Oregon

Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-4:00 pm or 8:00am - 5:00 pm

This recruitment will remain open until filled with the first review starting July 13, 2026. We encourage interested applicants not to delay in applying.

We're looking for a skilled and reliable Locksmith to join the Oregon Department of Administrative Services (DAS). In this position, you'll be at the heart of protecting state facilities and keeping Oregonians' workplaces safe, all while enjoying a stable schedule and consistent hours you can count on.

• Install, repair, and maintain locks and door hardware across state-managed buildings.
• Design, modify, and maintain a Great Grand Master Key (GGMK) system to ensure building security.
• Cut and issue keys, track key distribution, and maintain accurate digital records.
• Troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electronic locking systems, including ADA-accessible doors, panic devices, and electric strikes.
• Respond to urgent repair needs to restore security and access with minimal disruption.
• Review plans and specifications for construction projects to ensure locks and doors meet safety, accessibility, and code standards.
• Manage small projects and contractor work related to door and hardware installation or modification.
• Maintain technical documentation, including repair manuals, blueprints, and vendor specifications.

View the job description here.

We focus on collaboration, innovation, and safety, and we value your expertise. When you join DAS, you’ll enjoy our amazing benefits including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
• Retirement Benefits: Membership in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Commuting :
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• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon.

Four years of experience in the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of all types of door hardware, locks, and master keys systems.

• Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by the state where the employee resides.
• Must possess and maintain an Oregon Locksmith Certification (or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of start date).

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand, work with, and troubleshoot mechanical systems and hardware.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, building codes, and safety standards accurately.
• Experience working independently and taking initiative, while providing excellent customer service.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to maintain accurate technical records, inventories, and databases.
• Effective teamwork, communication, and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
• Skill using computers and software programs, including…