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Boston University

LOCKSMITH, Facilities Management & Planning, Maintenance Svcs

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What they do

A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.

$51,052 / year median in Massachusetts

+19% projected growth

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Jobs › Boston, MA › LOCKSMITH, Facilities Management &… Boston University LOCKSMITH, Facilities Management & Planning, Maintenance Svcs Boston, MA Apply LOCKSMITH, Facilities Management & Planning, Maintenance Svcs Job Description LOCKSMITH, Facilities Management & Planning, Maintenance Svcs Category Charles River Campus --> Trades Job Location BOSTON, MA, United States Tracking Code 25500074530708 Posted Date 2/11/2026 Expected Hiring Range Minimum $35.08 Expected Hiring Range Maximum $35.08 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Type Full-Time/Regular DUTIES:
Energetic service technician providing excellent customer service. Perform a wide variety of routine duties: such as installing, adjusting, maintaining, repairing and replacing door locks, padlocks, combination locks and other lock hardware including panic bars, door checks, latches, catches and fasteners associated with security and access control. Investigate, repair and/or replace electrified security equipment. Make keys from codes utilizing a variety of equipment including automatic and manual key cutting machines and keep accurate records of keys when they are distributed and returned. Respond in a timely manner to service calls to meet customer needs for building and property protection. Organize lock changes to meet needs associated with academic and residential calendars. Follow all safety precautions and department policies. Available to work any shift or schedule. Required Skills
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must have 3-5 years of experience installing/repairing commercial lock hardware and/or access control systems in a busy urban setting. Use and maintain a variety of shop equipment and supplies necessary to perform all lock shop duties including computerized software. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and physical ability to stand/walk/bend/reach for significant periods of time. Also, the ability to work outside and in inclement conditions. Ability to climb ladders and stairs and work from heights. Ability to work independently and with others and have some related experience in carpentry. Ability to work with BU's Building Security Systems group related to electronic access control/electrified hardware. Working knowledge of combinatorics and other mathematical skills for master key systems, bitting and coring. Must have and retain a MA driver and use your own vehicle to drive throughout the university. Excellent customer service skills. (Must speak, read and write in English).
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Low Voltage Class D System technician license or experienced in low voltage trouble shooting. Experience installing and repairing lock hardware with a variety of security options, including locks and keys, keypads and electronic access systems. Experience using Simple K database software. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Required Skills Job Location:
BOSTON, MA
Position Type:
Full-Time/Regular Salary Grade:
$35.08-$35.08 To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/315652 (https://apptrkr.com/9818917) Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/) je-7e07574900154666baa5bdea7d1d349b Active Filters LOCKSMITH, Facilities Management... Boston, MA Clear All Apply

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