Assistant Locksmith | Ann Arbor, MI

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  • Location: Ann Arbor, MI

  • Company: University Of Michigan

and code locks, card readers, key operated switches, cylindrical, unit, mortis, rim, pin tumbler, lever, wafer and other mechanical and electronic/magnetic locking devices. Responsibilities Assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of electronic and code locks, card readers, key operated switches, cylindrical, unit, mortis, rim, pin tumbler, lever, wafer and other mechanical and electronic/magnetic locking devices.

Assist in establishing and extending master key systems for new keying including reading blueprints. Assist in repairing, gaining access to and resetting combinations for safes and security files. Assist in the fabrication, installation, maintenance and repair of lock

hardware including handicap entrance units, emergency exit devices, compactors, security alarms and other special applications. Assist in the modification, installation and repair of automotive locks including door, truck, interior compartment and ignition locks including special and multiple keying applications.

Assist in the fabrication and repair of parts, levers, springs and other component lock parts by welding, filing, soldering, bending, drilling and tapping. Perform building audits and updating records resultant from remodeling and new installation. Install, maintain and repair locks on desks, file cabinets, display cases and other furniture and furnishings. Repair, maintain and

repair locks on desks, file cabinets, display cases and other furniture and furnishings.

Repair, maintain and reload cylinders for locks in master key systems. Pick locks and make keys by impression for locks for which keys have been lost. Adjust door closers. Cut and issue keys, identify authorized signers on key requests and maintain duplicate key and key assignment records. Receive and refund cash for key deposits. Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment including key blanks, lock parts, knobs, cylinders and other tools, supplies and equipment. Clean assigned area of work and equipment. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED General knowledge of keys, locks and locking hardware.

Desire and aptitude for working in the locksmith industry. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Willingness to work in a team setting. Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relationship with others. Positive attitude. Must be able to fulfill the necessary requirements to drive a University vehicle. Desired Qualifications At least one (1) year of full time experience working as alocksmith, preferably in an institutional or commercial setting. Demonstrated knowledge of keys, locks and locking hardware.

Considerable experience setting up and maintaining master key systems. Working knowledge of Master Keying. Ability to manually originate SFIC bitting chart and pin cores. Experience operating manual and automatic key machines. Work Schedule Hours/Week: 40 hours week Full-Time Shift/Hours/Days: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4pm This position may need to respond to afterhours emergencies. Work Locations This position reports to the University of Michigan Key Office located at 525 Church Street, Ann Arbor, MI. Additional Information Facilities and Operations seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning.

Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment. Background Screening The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.

Background checksare performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. U-M EEO/AA Statement The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. PDN-9ae3e497-8fc7-2f69eb2d2aa4

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