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Locksmith
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What they do
A Locksmith installs door and building locks and makes copies of locks and keys for customers. Assists people who lose keys or get locked out of cars or buildings, and changes building locks as needed for security.
$52,388 / year median in California
+5% projected growth
Job Description
The University of Southern California (USC) department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking a Locksmith
- Module C to join its team. The Work You Will Do The Locksmith
- Module C performs standard and advanced locksmith procedures including but not limited to high security keying, creation and maintenance of master key systems, low voltage access control.
Module C:
Provides leadership and guidance to others who perform similar work. Sets priorities and timelines and monitors the work of others. Performs all necessary alterations, maintenance and repair work on University lock systems. Installs panic hardware, locksets and electrical releases. Works from blueprints, specifications and plans. Operates key cutting and code cutting machines. Estimates materials required for specific job components. Maintains clean job site throughout duration and cleans up job site following work completion. Maintains safe working conditions for self and others. Stores and maintains supplies, tools and equipment. Trains other journeymen, Zone Maintenance Technicians, or other employees' specific skills and tasks, as required. Identifies additional training or defines needs for new or continuing training which would benefit staff. Prepares reports and/or maintenance records, as needed. Perform all necessary alterations, maintenance and repair on access control systems. Install electrified hardware and access control locks (standalone and hardwired). Experience with High Security Key Systems. Ability to rekey High Security Cylinders. Operate key cutting machines for high security cylinders. In the event of an emergency, the employee holding this position is required to "report to duty" in accordance with the university's Emergency Operations Plan and/or the employee's department's emergency response and/or recovery plans. Familiarity with those plans and regular training to implement those plans is required. During or immediately following an emergency, the employee will be notified to assist in the emergency response efforts, and mobilize other staff members if needed. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time. The salary range for this position is $: 32.59- $37.
- Module C meets the following preferred qualifications: Related Undergraduate Study Experienced with troubleshooting, maintenance and repair for Automatic Door Operators and Access Control Systems (hardwired and standalone) Experienced with High Security Key Systems.
- Module C must meet the following minimum qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of four-year apprenticeship program 5 Years of journeyman experience Four years' experience as a trade-related trainee may substitute for completion of a four year apprenticeship program Experience performing standard trade-related procedures.
USC FPM FPM
(formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this diverse group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust. Come and join the FPM team- a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence.
- a global center for arts, technology and international business. As the largest private employer in the city
- responsible for more than $5 billion annually in economic activity in the region
- we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Family
- the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work.