Locksmith (10286, Grade T04)

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The Department of Parks, Facilities Management Division located in Gaithersburg, Maryland seeks an experienced Locksmith. This division is responsible for the construction of new facilities and/or maintenance and repair to all structures located within the Department of Parks, Montgomery County. Under general supervision,
performs skilled locksmith work involving considerable responsibility, complexity and variety. Installs, maintains, repairs and inspects master key systems and electronic access devices for Commission facilities. Installs and repairs locks in doors, cabinets, desks, safes, and equipment. Cuts new and replacement keys. May direct activities of Trades Apprentices and Park/General Maintenance Workers or other lower-level staff. Applies knowledge of locksmith
methods, materials and equipment, doors and hardware, master key systems, electronic access systems and automatic door-opening systems. Performs various types of analyses and makes the full range of calculations. Interacts with people inside and outside the work unit to exchange routine and non-routine information. Performs other duties, as assigned.

• May perform diagnostics, general repairs or maintenance service on electronic access systems and automatic door-opening systems.
• Plans and performs complex locksmith work to maintain and build new Commission structures; installs, maintains, diagnoses, repairs and troubleshoots locks, door hardware and exit devices. Makes new or duplicate keys; removes, repairs or replaces locks, door hardware or exit devices; opens all types of locks. Responds to emergency requests to open or repair locks and to secure doors and property; performs work associated with specialty locks, exit devices, door closers, door-mounted security devices, astragals, hinges and thresholds. Completes door repairs or replacements as required; may hang doors, installs panic hardware and door frames; determines unique construction design and materials necessary for historic structures.
• Receives work orders for locksmith projects; reviews blueprints, construction plans and specifications; inspects facilities for lock, door and hardware issues and meets with managers, staff and immediate supervisor to assess security needs. Estimates staff, hours, tools, equipment, supplies and materials needed for each maintenance, repair or replacement assignment.
• Makes purchases; reviews catalogs and meets with vendors to identify security equipment and supplies needed for lock, hardware and door projects. Assists with writing bid specifications; obtains bids and price quotes. Writes purchase requests.
• Assigns, trains and checks work of other Trades Apprentices and Park/General Maintenance Workers who support skilled trades workers; provides instructions and assists with training on proper procedures, trade methods, and safety. Keeps computerized records; maintains records of all locks and keys used in Commission facilities. Maintains records of expenditures, stocks materials used, hours and tasks completed on each project, completes work documentation for each assignment.
• Reviews technical manuals and attends training classes, uses other sources of information to stay current on master key systems, electronic access systems, automatic door-opening systems and related equipment in use at the Commission.
• Utilized all personal safety equipment and procedures when required, hard hats, gloves, eye protection, and safety vests. Prevented damage to Commission tools, equipment, vehicles, buildings, and property by following proper safety procedures. Notifies supervisor of any health or safety issues as soon as possible.
• Throughout the day, maintained clean work environment to prevent tripping and falling. Use seat belt when operating or riding in Commission vehicles and equipment. Utilizes personal protection equipment such as respirator, foot and eye protection while performing duties; performs critical Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance work to remove barriers. Sets up equipment and tools safely at job sites and provides instruction on proper use and safety measures.
• Obtain First Aid/CPR, and Defensive Driving Certification when directed by supervisor.
• Keeps supervisor and others, as appropriate, informed of work activities, progress and problems.
• Complies with Commission’s practices regarding recycling and disposal.

• High School diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).
• Completion of an approved Locksmith apprenticeship, or four (4) years of progressively responsible locksmith experience.
• Two (2) years of journey-level locksmith experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total six (6) years.
• A valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's licenses must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
• Pass Commission medical examination.

Class/Specification: Locksmith

Important Worker Characteristics

A. Good Knowledge of: (1) locksmith methods, materials and equipment; (2) doors and hardware; (3) master key systems, electronic access systems and automatic door-opening systems; (4) Commission organization, policies and procedures*; (5) safety.

B. Skill and ability in operation of: (1) locksmith tools; (2) hand tools; (3) power tools; (4) motor vehicles.
C. Ability to: (1) perform simple arithmetic; (2) understand and maintain a master key system and associated codes; and (3) provide courteous service.

D. Skill in problem solving to select, organize and logically process relevant information (verbal, numerical or abstract) to solve a problem. Examples include applying principles to solve practical problems; installing, maintaining, diagnosing, repairing and troubleshooting locks, door hardware and exit devices.

E. Skill in communication to understand verbal and written information (including facts, descriptions and ideas) and to express such information verbally so that others will understand. Examples include reading and writing routine reports and correspondence, reading and interpreting work orders, blueprints and specifications.

F. Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with business contacts in a businesslike, customer service-oriented manner; this includes skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and working as a member of a team.

**Typically acquired or fully developed primarily after employment in this job class.

Work/Life Program

M-NCPPC believes in attracting and retaining the best employees. To be a workplace of choice requires an understanding of what employees’ value most at work and in their personal lives. The agency has always been committed to maintaining policies and programs that meet the evolving needs of our workforce.

In fact, M-NCPPC was one of the first government agencies in the state of Maryland to offer Work/Life Programs.

Working Conditions

Works in shop or at job site. Must be available on 24-hour callback for emergency need. Occasionally works in all weather conditions. Positions in this class occasionally remain in a stationary position, move about inside the office and outside, operate vehicles, tools and equipment, ascend and descend ladders and stairs, position self to complete manual work, pull and use fingers to perform locksmith work, communicate and exchange information with internal staff and the public, move equipment, tools and objects weighing up to 49 pounds.

Work Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.