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University Locksmith

Employer
University of Puget Sound
Location
Washington, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Oct 12, 2021


University Locksmith & Access Control Technician
University of Puget Sound
Job ID: 6149
Location: Facilities Services
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Staff Posting Details
Appointment: Full-Time (1.0FTE) year round position

Position Summary:

This is a full time year round position with occasional, required overtime. The University Locksmith & Access Control Technician has general knowledge about card access, electronic lock, hinge hardware, general software programing, and performs basic trouble shooting and repairs on the university door access system. The technician also repairs and installs mechanical locks, panic hardware, door closers/openers, and miscellaneous door hardware. The technician pins, repairs, and adjusts lock cores and cuts and marks keys for all campus facilities. The individual in this position is assigned tasks and works independently, but works in collaboration with Security and Facilities Services staff members as needed. The technician is an active member of the Puget Sound community and serves as a promoter of a welcoming and inclusive culture. The technician may be assigned other mission related tasks as necessary.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
  • Interact professionally with faculty, staff, and students while performing assigned work.
  • Communicate and work effectively with other university departments as needed.
  • Coordinate repairs with constituents to minimize disruption.
  • Combine and install lock cores in campus buildings and cut keys for campus community members.
  • Repair/replace door hardware to include door knobs, hinges and closers on campus.
  • Pick locks and safes and changes combinations upon request.
  • Perform initial trouble shooting and general repair on electronic locks and related components.
  • Troubleshoot problems and provide viable solutions.
  • Surveys buildings and develops re-key schedules as assigned.
  • Complete repair orders to support the campus community.
  • Respond to occasional after-hours emergency repair calls.
  • Work/coordinate with security operations to maintain key and access control records.
  • Develop and maintains locks and hardware preventive maintenance program, and keeps associated records.
  • Meet with vendors and contractors to provide technical assistance and ensure university standards are met.
  • Maintain professional appearance and dress consistent with industry and safety standards.
  • Regular, predictable attendance, including department meetings.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Budget Responsibilities

No budgetary responsibilities. All staff must be fiscally responsible by caring for issued department equipment.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must be able to explain and/or demonstrate that they possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years' related work experience demonstrating ability to perform locksmith tasks and use tools, including computers, associated with the trade; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
  • Ability to adapt rapidly to a changing workday with minimal delay.
  • Locksmith training to include hardware installation, service and repair.
  • Knowledge of Best Lock keying system is preferred.
  • Must be able to work independently as well as in a team setting.
  • Must have the ability to think and plan ahead.
  • Must be able to legally and safely operate university vehicles.
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to communicate information freely with co-workers, supervisors and clients.
  • Commitment to delivering quality customer service to all constituents.
  • Must have the ability to interact seamlessly with university department and all other constituent groups.
  • Ability to effectively use hand & power tools, key cutting equipment, automatic key cutting equipment, lock picking tool, lock boring jigs, hinge template guides, etc.
  • Must have knowledge of and practices appropriate safety techniques, Material Safety Data sheets and fall protection guidelines.
  • Must handle confidential and sensitive university information.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 20 pounds.
  • Ability to work overhead with both hands simultaneously.
  • Ability to climb, stand, and work on a ladder for an extended period.
  • Must have dexterity, coordination, and corrected vision to perform tedious and precision tasks.
  • Must pass pre-employment testing (physical exam to include a drug screen, criminal background check, and functional assessment.)
  • Must be able to speak clearly, listen attentively, read, write, and understand English.
  • Ability to respectfully work, communicate and provide leadership within a diverse campus community.

Compensation and Benefits: Decisions about starting salaries are made based on the extent and relatedness of the candidate's education and experience and on internal equity and market considerations.

Application Deadline: Interested individuals are encouraged to submit application materials no later than October 29, 2021 to ensure consideration.

All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background inquiry and if applicable for the position, driving abstract, drug screen, physical test and functional assessment.

Required Documents:
    Resume Letter of Interest

Applications submitted without the required attachments will not be considered.

All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of all required background checks and if applicable for the position, drug screen, physical test and functional assessment. All new hires will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption.

Diversity Statement:
    We acknowledge the richness of commonalities and differences we share as a university community; the intrinsic worth of all who work and study here; that education is enhanced by investigation of and reflection upon multiple perspectives. We aspire to create respect for and appreciation of all persons as a key characteristic of our campus community; to increase the diversity of all parts of our University community through commitment to diversity in our recruitment and retention efforts; to foster a spirit of openness to active engagement among all members of our campus community. We act to achieve an environment that welcomes and supports diversity; to ensure full educational opportunity for all who teach and learn here; to prepare effectively citizen-leaders for a pluralistic world.

Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. To learn more please visit: https://pugetsound.edu/about-puget-sound-0/mission-core-values/institutional-equity-diversity

The University of Puget Sound is an equal opportunity employer.


How to Apply
For complete job description and application instructions, visit: www.pugetsound.edu/employment

About Puget Sound
Puget Sound is a selective national liberal arts college in Tacoma, Washington, drawing 2,600 students from 48 states and 20 countries. Puget Sound graduates include Rhodes and Fulbright scholars, notables in the arts and culture, entrepreneurs and elected officials, and leaders in business and finance locally and throughout the world. A low student-faculty ratio provides Puget Sound students with personal attention from faculty who have a strong commitment to teaching and offer 1,200 courses each year in more than 40 traditional and interdisciplinary fields, including graduate programs in occupational and physical therapy and in education. Puget Sound is the only nationally ranked independent undergraduate liberal arts college in Western Washington, and one of just five independent colleges in the Pacific Northwest granted a charter by Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s most prestigious academic honorary society. Visit "About Puget Sound" (http://www.pugetsound.edu/about) to learn more about the college.

As a strategic goal and through our core values, University of Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. EOE/AA





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