"Locksmith Senior"

Locksmith Senior

Working Title: Locksmith Senior

State Role Title: Trades Technician III

Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Business Services

Department: 100238 - Lock Shop E&G

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $48,000-$50,000

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 1/5/2026

General Information:

James Madison University's Facilities Management has an opening for a Locksmith Senior. This position will support and maintain a Great Grand Master Locking System that will give the greatest amount of security to all areas of JMU.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Duplicating and creating key bittings to operate a diverse number of locking devices
• Repairing of locking devices and related hardware
• Changing bitting requirements of locking devices
• Responding to emergency lockouts/ins of rooms, offices, equipment and vehicles
• Providing code system security and integrity
• Maintaining of files and records
• Conducting maintenance of shop equipment and work areas
• Taking courses offered by JMU's Office of Information Technology when needed. This may include computer classes that aid in development of automated recordkeeping

Qualifications:

Required

• Knowledge of operations for a variety of locking systems, locks and related hardware
• Knowledge of space and depths requirement for a variety of lock manufacturers while keeping within the maximum and minimum bitting requirements
• Skilled in the use of key duplicating equipment, key code machine, extracting equipment, grinder, deburring tools and related lock service and repair equipment
• Having good manual dexterity
• Ability to temporarily work another shift based on business needs
• Ability to cover required rotating on call responsibilities
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism to promote positive customer service
• Valid Driver's License

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.jmu.edu/jobs/locksmith-senior-harrisonburg-virginia-united-states