Locksmith

Job Purpose Summary
This position is responsible for ensuring the security and functionality of all District access points by installing, maintaining, and repairing locks, key systems, and electronic entry systems.

Reports To: Coordinator, Crafts
Department/Campus: Plant Maintenance
Pay Grade: MT7, 240 (minimum $23.97)
FLSA: Non-Exempt

• Re-keys, installs, and repairs locks across all District facilities, ensuring access points are secure, reliable, and meet District standards.
• Manages and updates lock systems based on security needs and changes.
• Fabricates new keys for authorized personnel, manages key requests, and keeps a detailed inventory.
• Diagnoses and repairs door hardware, including closure devices, hinges, locks, and other accessories.
• Maintains and updates the District's master key chart, ensuring accurate tracking and secure management of all access points.
• Provides troubleshooting support for keyless systems.
• Performs welding, cutting, and fabrication tasks to repair or modify lock and door components.
• Repairs and maintains flagpole ropes, pulleys, and hardware.
• Works in conjunction with other maintenance personnel to support a wide range of facility needs.
• Conducts regular assessments of building access points and lock systems, providing recommendations to enhance security.
• Develops and follows a preventive maintenance schedule for all locking mechanisms, door hardware, and keyless entry systems.
• Monitors inventory of locks, keys, electronic components, and hardware supplies.
• Maintains detailed records of work performed, including lock changes, key assignments, and repairs.
• Ensures that all locks, keys, and access systems comply with District, state, and federal security standards and regulations.
• Provides prompt support for emergency access needs.

• Performs all duties in accordance with standard procedures and protocols established by the Maintenance Department and the District, and as set forth by governing entities and regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, TAC, Texas Occupations Code, and Texas Department of Public Safety.
• Demonstrates and maintains proficient understanding of compliance requirements related to locksmithing, workplace safety, PPE use, hazardous materials handling, environmental compliance.
• Monitors work activity for variances and anomalies.
• Identifies and reports known or suspected compliance issues to appropriate personnel.
• Assists with audits and preparation for audits, whether internal or external.
• Adheres to all other District wide policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates support towards the District's Shared Vision, Mission, and Promise 2 Purpose.
• Displays integrity, responsibility, accountability, teamwork, and ethics.
• Assists department leadership in the compilation of miscellaneous confidential reports, as requested.
• Attends departmental and organizational meetings, as required.
• Participates in continuing education programs and related activities relevant to the job function, as required.
• Performs assigned job duties and responsibilities in accordance with established performance expectations, District policies, procedures, protocols and standard practices.
• Demonstrates advanced working knowledge of computer programs pertaining to key and lock management, access control and security, inventory and asset management, work order and maintenance management, documentation and compliance.
• Demonstrates proficient working knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, email applications, such as Google Sheets, Docs, and other relevant systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent GED
• Two years of work experience in locksmithing, or a related field, with responsibility in key cutting, lock repair, and installation; or
• An equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Active, Valid, and In Good Standing Texas Driver's License