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State of Louisiana

Locksmith

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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.

$46,035 / year median in Louisiana

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette New Iberia Research Center specializes in the breeding, management, and importation of a diverse range of nonhuman primate species and offers a broad range of diagnostic, laboratory, and human resources for the development and characterization of nonhuman primate models for applied and basic research aimed at promoting human quality of life. We operate d iversified animal housing systems include indoor/outdoor cages for housing small non-human primates in large family groups, outdoor corncrib/mini crib combinations for housing macaque and Cercopithecine species, and indoor single housing units for all non-human primate species We're looking for a Locksmith to join our New Iberia Research Center (NIRC) Team. This position will play a vital role in the installation, repair, and maintenance of locking systems to ensure the security and functionality of our facilities. Two years of experience or training in the locksmithing trade. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .
Job Duties:
Install, adjust, and repair locks and security devices for doors, windows, desks, safes, and other equipment Disassemble and repair various lock types and replace worn tumblers, springs, or other parts Cut new or duplicate keys using key-cutting machines and code systems Rekey locks to create master key systems and manage key control records Open locks by using specialized tools or techniques when keys are lost or unavailable Maintain an inventory of keys, locks, and related hardware Collaborate with maintenance and security staff to ensure proper building access Adhere to safety standards and procedures while handling tools and equipment
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:
Probational Work Location:
University of Louisiana at
Lafayette's New Iberia Research Center Compensation:
Minimum hourly rate $19.67
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information s ection of the Current Job Opportunities page. • Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact: Taronsler Faye Cormier Human Resources Specialist faye.cormier@louisiana.edu University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.