Completion of an industry-recognized apprenticeship program in locksmithing AND one year of journey-level experience working as a locksmith.
(Relevant education may substitute for up to six months of the aforementioned experience.)
OR:
Five years of journey-level experience performing locksmith duties OR two years with Pima County as a Trades Maintenance Technician performing locksmith-related work.
(Relevant education may substitute for up to two and one-half years of the aforementioned experience.)
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
Experience in a wide range of locksmith and electronic access system duties, including the installation, maintenance, and repair of locks, doors, and production of keys for commercial-grade hardware.
Experience maintaining master key code systems, including records and documentation of issued keys.
Experience and training with high-security institutional lock systems including Southern Folger, RR rink, Midwest Detention, Airteq, and Corbin Russwin hardware.
Experience reading and understanding blueprints/hardware schedules.
Experience performing basic repairs related to wood and hollow metal doors, frames, and hardware.
Experience and willingness to perform other building maintenance duties.
Selection Proce dure :
Benefits
Equity / stock options
Additional Information
Job Description Summary
Department - Facilites Management Job Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5784 - Locksmith
Salary Grade: 8
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $23.28 - $27.36 Per Hour
Pay Range: $23.28 - $31.44 Per Hour
Range Explanation:
Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
The first review of applications will be on 05/15/2026.
The Locksmith leads, participates in, or independently performs journey-level locksmith services including installation, maintenance, repair, diagnosis, and troubleshooting of locking systems, hardware, and access control mechanisms.
This position reports to the Corrections Maintenance Shop Pima County Main Jail located at 1270 W. Silverlake Rd.
Essential Functions:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
Designs, implements, and maintains master key systems, ensuring secure and efficient access control across facilities;
Installs, maintains, and repairs locks and locking systems on doors, cabinets, safes, gates, and other public service infrastructure;
Responds to emergency lockouts and security incidents, providing prompt and secure resolutions during or outside of regular hours;
Installs and services electronic access control systems, including card readers, electric strikes, and keypad locks;
Rekeys locks and changes lock combinations in response to security concerns, personnel changes, or access adjustments;
Troubleshoots and diagnoses mechanical and electronic locking issues, ensuring timely and effective repairs;
Maintains accurate records of key issuance, lock systems, and access control logs to support accountability and policy compliance;
Collaborates with security, maintenance, and administrative personnel to enhance facility safety and access strategies;
Fabricates and duplicates keys using manual and automated equipment;
Performs preventive maintenance on locks and access systems to extend equipment life and reduce downtime;
Interprets and applies blueprints, floor plans, and technical drawings to guide lock installations and upgrades;
Ensures compliance with safety codes, ADA requirements, and applicable regulations governing physical security systems.
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