The fundamental reason this classification exists is to perform skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of new and existing lock systems. Responsibilities include planning and setting up master lock systems on a variety of new and existing systems, and interacting directly with tenants to meet their needs. Incumbents use the City purchasing and requisitioning procedures to establish an inventory and bench stock of spare parts for all systems being maintained. Assignments are received in the form of oral or written work orders, and may require the interpretation of blue prints and project layouts.
Locksmiths work independently in the performance of assigned tasks.
Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service. Proper tools and materials that are used in the service and repair of mechanical and electronic door locks. The care and use of common hand tools. Work with minimal supervision. Observe or monitor objects to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards.