Lock System Specialist Senior

Department:

FM Security Systems

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Safety & Security

Position Title:

Lock System Specialist Senior

Job Family Group:

University Support Staff

Job Description Summary:

This position performs locksmithing duties, such as making keys, rekeying locks, issuing keys, and performing preventive maintenance work on locks, closures, exit devices, badging system devices, and electronic locks. The incumbent sets or resets lock cylinders to provide a key system to ensure the security of buildings or rooms, repairs or replaces springs, tumblers, and other parts, and changes lock combinations. Unlock doors when keys are lost or broken in the lock, when locks are defective, or when combinations are unknown.

Job Description:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Interpret blueprints to cross-reference room numbers with appropriate keying assignments.
• Perform maintenance carpentry tasks related to door, lock, and closure systems, including door repairs, strike adjustments, lubrication, and hinge replacement.
• Install, repair, and maintain mechanical and electronic locks on doors, cabinets, safes, and lockers.
• Rekey locks and cut keys as needed for staff, faculty, and student access.
• Respond to emergency lockouts and security breaches.
• Inspect and maintain campus-wide door hardware, panic bars, and closers.
• Responsible for cleaning and repairing tools and equipment. Must keep working space clean and organized.
• Program and troubleshoot key card and access control systems.
• Maintain digital and hard copy key filing systems indexed by building and room number for the entire university complex.
• Collaborate with campus security and facilities management for safety compliance.
• Assist with planning and implementation of campus-wide keying systems and security upgrades.
• Ensure ADA compliance related to door access and hardware.
• Maintain inventory of locks, keys, and related tools and parts.
• Provide support for campus events requiring temporary locking/unlocking of areas.
• Train staff on proper use of locking systems when necessary.
• Follow safety protocols and ensure secure access in sensitive areas (labs, dorms, server rooms, etc.).
• Operates a state motor vehicle.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Certifications/Licenses:

• Current, valid driver’s license

Work Experience:

• Two (2) years’ experience in locksmithing
• Two (2) years’ experience programming and installing electronic lock set systems
• Two (2) years’ experience with Honeywell operating systems EBI Security, Badging, and Camera systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five years of experience in locksmithing
• Experience with CMMS (Famis360, E-Maintenance, PropertyTrax, etc.)
• Experience with Genetec Security Desk software
• Experience in a medical university setting

Skills:

• Troubleshooting and critical thinking skills

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Rate Type:

Hourly