SUMMARY:
Under immediate supervision, in a trainee capacity, the Locksmith Apprentice performs a variety of progressively more complex duties relate to the Locksmith trade, such as installing, repairing, remodeling, and maintaining manual and automated locks and locking systems. Cuts keys and adjusts locks, doors, and ancillary equipment. Maintains records and retrieves data related to work performed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform repairs on all types of locks using hand tools and special equipment.
- Cut new and replacement keys by machine.
- Record key records in Keystone and also work order system.
- Communicates information to supervisor and locksmith as required to indicate status and progress of work.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:
- Will be exposed to loud noise (equipment) and product fumes (stains, paints, etc.) in the shop or on work sites.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Physical capable of working while bending, stooping, kneeling.
- Capable of working in all types of weather conditions such as rain, flooding, snow, ice, hot and cold temperatures.
- All Facilities employees are expected to exercise behavior in accordance with the University policies as well as with the Facilities Mission and Statement of Core Values.
- All Facilities employees are expected to comply with safety standards and demonstrate safe work habits.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Performance criteria during 2 year Apprenticeship Program:
Year 1:
- Must have complete understanding of tools and equipment per safety guidelines.
- Must have the ability to identify all lock types.
- Must have ability to duplicate keys using a key cutting machine for University customers per work orders.
- Must begin training course to receive Standard Master Keying Certification.
Year 2
- Ability to work on all lock types and install with little supervision.
- Ability to change all lock combinations on various locks with little supervision.
- Replace batteries on all AD locks throughout campus and ability to troubleshoot any additional problems.
- Complete Standard Master Keying Certification.
- REQUIRED: Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to produce a driving record with a minimum of 3 years of driving history in good standing.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Preferably some maintenance trade skills needed
WORK HOURS:
- Full-time, non-exempt position
- Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; 8 hours a day; 40 hours per week; flexibility required
- All Facilities employees are designated as essential personnel, and are subject to work outside the normal work schedule on an emergency basis, and are also subject to planned overtime work as required by the immediate supervisor
SALARY STRUCTURE:
Pay Grade 3 (Hiring Range $16.37 to $19.24 per hour)
ABOUT UR:
At the University of Richmond, we’re creative, inclusive, and determined. We’re Spiders, and our mission is to create positive change in the UR community and beyond. Located minutes from downtown Richmond, Virginia, the University of Richmond (www.richmond.edu) blends the intimacy of a small college with exceptional academic, research, and cultural opportunities usually found only at large institutions. There’s only one place like Richmond.
UR is committed to developing a diverse faculty, staff and student body, and to modeling an inclusive campus community which values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development and institutional success. In keeping with this commitment, our academic community welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and candidates who support diversity. EOE