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Purdue University
Senior 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.
$46,921 / year median in Indiana
+2% projected growth
Job Description
. What You'll be
Doing:
Install hardware in wood and metal doors, cabinets, desk drawers, cases, and similar fixtures, including locks, closers, knobs, thumb turns, and panic hardware. Work from blueprints or develop drawings as needed. Cut door pockets, drill holes, and fit and test locks and other hardware. Perform lock pinning, keying, key system generation, re-keying operations, and key-making. Reset safe combinations and perform repairs as needed. Disassemble and repair various locks, including padlocks, combination locks, deadbolts, safes, and door locks. Shorten steel and wooden doors and reset or repair thresholds using expansion anchors and cement drills. Install doors and frames. Open broken locks or locks for which keys are unavailable using specialized lock tools. Train and assist lower-level locksmiths. Overtime may be required. The position requires carrying a pager and being subject to 24-hour callback. The typical work schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Apply Today! Join a team that keeps Purdue University's campus running smoothly and looking its best year-round, and enjoy a benefits package designed for you and your family: Paid Time Off- Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leave Retirement Contributions
- Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual income Educational Opportunities
- Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global. Comprehensive Insurance
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy Life Insurance
- Financial protection for you and your loved ones