Locksmith (Provisional)

GENERAL DUTIES

Locksmiths do work relating to the installation, maintenance, and repair of locks and locking devices. Specifically, they install, repair, and open locks, make keys, and change locks and safe combinations. They may supervise and be responsible for the work of assigned personnel.

Key Cutting and Duplication

Selects the correct blank for making a duplicate or original key and cut key.

Makes keys by code.

Adjusts key machines to make accurate depths and spacing of keys.

Generates keys by impression.

Creates original keys by hand, using file.

Repins cylinders.

Repair & Maintenance of Existing Locks & Related Hardware

Identifies problems with locks, including electronic locking mechanisms.

Repairs damaged lock hardware.

Lubricates cylinders and locks, as needed.

Replaces missing or damaged lock hardware, creating a part, if necessary.

Changes safe combinations by hand or by key change.

Adjusts hardware, so the doors close and lock properly.

Lock Installations

Installs locks and related hardware of all types.

Installs locks and related hardware on doors, making the necessary cutouts to accommodate all types of locking mechanisms.

Installs locks and related hardware of all types from manufacturers instructions and templates.

Selects locks and related hardware based upon the type of usage, location, and codes / regulations.

Access Control

Uses temporary cylinders to provide access to restricted areas to contractors or to others who needed temporary, limited access to facilities.

Provides access to officials, such as management, fire, and police, in emergency situations.

Uses picking tools to open doors, file cabinets, and desk drawers.

Opens safes without combination by manipulation or by drilling.

Distributes keys and access cards to appropriate personnel.

Bypasses malfunctioning locks to provide access.

Record Keeping & Ordering

Maintains log of keys / access cards distributed to designated personnel; keeps records of persons who had been given keys / access cards.

Maintains data records that detailed which keys corresponded to each lock under your control.

Tracks Locksmith Shop supplies and ordered, as needed.

Keeps records of which cylinders were installed on each door.

Orders hardware based upon organizational need.

Master Key System Management

• Re-keys rooms and areas within existing master key systems.
• Creates master key systems manually by using progression charts.
• Creates master key systems using computer software.
• Utilizes and expands an existing key system according to manufacturers specifications.

Job Characteristic

Required Knowledge

Incumbents must possess :

Required Skills

Incumbents must be skilled in :

Required Abilities

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Other Work Requirements

CONTRACT TITLE

Locksmith

FLSA

Non-exempt

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as a Locksmith acquired within the last ten years; OR

Three years of full-time satisfactory experience as described above plus either two years of sufficient related, approved educational training or two years full-time satisfactory related experience as a Locksmith Apprentice or Locksmith Trainee, to make a total of five years experience.

Before the close of a Civil Service examination filing period, all candidates MUST possess a valid New York City Locksmith License. This license must be maintained as a requirement of continued employment.

COMPENSATION

$66,545

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.