"Full Time - Locksmith"

Full Time - Locksmith

Date Posted: 2/6/2026

Job Code: SHOPSWCB/10105/Locksmith

Department: Real Estate & Business Development

Address: 5500 Campanile Drive

City: San Diego

State: CA

Category: Facilities

Salary Range: $24.41 - $49.30

COMPENSATION:

Pay Rate: $37.00 - $39.00 per hour

This represents the good faith estimate of the hourly wage range we reasonably expect to pay for this position upon hire, depending on factors such as the selected candidate's experience, training, education, job-related skills, internal equity, and operational needs.

In select cases, and depending on market conditions or exceptional candidate qualifications, compensation may exceed this range, provided it aligns with applicable law and our compensation policies.

Additional information about our compensation scales is available at: www.aztecshops.com/employment

SUMMARY:

The Aztec Shops Locksmith is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and rekeying locks and access control systems across residential housing, dining facilities, and other retail spaces. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, security, and accessibility of campus buildings while supporting operational needs and customer service expectations in a higher education environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DEPENDING ON LOCATION:

NOTE: The duties listed below are examples of the variety and general nature of those performed by employees in this job description. The list is descriptive only and should not be used for any other purpose. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This is not an all-encompassing list and additional duties may be assigned based on business needs. The responsibilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Install, maintain, repair, and replace mechanical and electronic locking systems, door hardware, and access control devices in residence halls, dining facilities, other retail spaces, and support areas.
• Rekey locks and manage master key systems in accordance with company key control and security protocols.
• Cut, duplicate, and issue keys while maintaining accurate key control records utilizing the IssueTrak system.
• Troubleshoot and service door hardware including closers, panic hardware, hinges, and strikes.
• Support access control systems such as card readers, key fobs, and electronic locking devices.
• Perform security assessments and recommend improvements to locking systems and access procedures.
• Provide support to company loss prevention for routine key and access control audits.
• Respond to routine and emergency service requests, including lockouts and security-related issues for students, faculty, staff, and authorized vendors in accordance with company and campus policies.
• Coordinate with loss prevention, residential housing, dining facilities, other retail operations, facilities, and public safety departments to support access needs.
• Support move-in/move-out cycles, renovations, and operational changes requiring lock or access modifications.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, building codes, fire life safety requirements, company and campus policies.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and inventory in safe working condition.
• Must comply with and ensure continued, consistent compliance with all company policies, and federal, state, and local laws/regulations including but not limited to: employment, safety, and health.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Certified Registered Locksmith (CRL) or equivalent professional certification and experience

Experience with electronic access control systems.

Working knowledge of locksmith tools, equipment, and techniques.

Familiarity with master key systems and key control best practices.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work orders.

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple service requests.

Attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality and security.

Effective communication and customer service skills.

This position may involve operating a company vehicle and/or golf cart on university or company property. As such, candidates must have a valid driver's license and have not been issued more than three moving violations or have been responsible for more than three accidents (or any combination of more than three thereof during the past 12-month period). Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and will be required to provide proof of driving eligibility upon hire.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Must be able to read, write and understand English. Requires the ability to read, interpret and work from plans, drawings and specifications. Requires the ability to verbally communicate in a professional, concise and descriptive manner.

Requires the ability to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Requires the ability to make simple arithmetic computations such as extension of material prices and convert between fractional and decimal measurements.

REASONING ABILITY:

Requires the ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out general written or oral instructions. Must be able to multi-task, prioritize work and pay attention to detail.

MANUAL DEXTERITY:

Must be able to utilize a computer. Requires the ability to use and identify a variety of materials and tools used in miscellaneous building and repair work, equipment maintenance.

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION:

Must have the ability to talk/expressing and/or exchanging ideas and hear/perceiving sounds to allow for normal and emergency communication between individuals and adequate perception of audible warning devices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical demand requirements are at levels for active work. Must be able to lift equipment components, parts and machinery. Frequent standing, bending, stooping and/or walking/moving is required. Requires fine motor skills and the ability to touch, handle, or feel objects, building/electrical materials, or repair tools and materials and reach. Must be able to use body members to work, move and lift or carry heavy objects, equipment or materials up to 50 pounds. Specific visual abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision for reading and interpretation of instruction manuals and work orders.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND HAZARDS

Work is occasionally performed in confined spaces such as tunnels, closets and shafts that may be dimly lit with exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes and airborne particles. There is some risk of occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and gases, outside weather conditions; with exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, allergens, extreme cold or heat and loud noises. Work is performed in indoor and outdoor settings, including offices, residential areas, and mechanical spaces.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act pursuant to California Penal Code Section 11166.5.

Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs. This may include opening, mid-day, and closing shifts, as well as night shifts, weekends, holidays, or emergency response work throughout the year.