Locksmiths are also found in department and hardware stores. Others maintain large security systems for government agencies, schools, and large industrial plants. Locksmiths often specialize in one aspect of their trade. Working conditions vary with the area of specialization. Some Locksmiths drive to emergency jobs which can occur in the evening, on weekends, as well as outdoors in bad weather.
Some Locksmiths schedule regular routes to maintain lock systems for industrial clients.
Others work only in shops which are usually clean and safe. However, all Locksmiths occasionally work in awkward positions for long periods of time. The following information is from the California Projections of Employment published by the Labor Market Information Division. The figures represent the broad occupational group Locksmiths and Safe Repairers. Demand for Locksmiths is expected to increase as a result of population growth and greater concern about security among businesses and individuals.