Locksmith

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Locksmith. - Boca Raton, FL.

Lock System Administration – Administer, manage, and maintain Student Affairs’ lock system, including coordinating and collaborating with the greater University community for integrated security and related needs.

Summary of responsibilities:

• Record Keeping – Manage and maintain a comprehensive and meticulous record/accounting of keying systems for each building. Keep accurate records of keys when distributed and returned.  Review current and applicable polices, best practices, and make recommendations for changes or updates to ensure maximized security (where appropriate) including needs for enhancements or improvements, contingent upon industry changes and trends.

• Lock Installation - Install both mechanical and electric locks to ensure the security of the premises.

• Maintenance and Repair - Adjust, maintain, and repair existing lock systems. Replace door locks, padlocks, tumbler locks, combination locks, and various other lock hardware such as panic bars, door checks, latches, catches, fasteners, and door closures.

• Supply and Parts - Research materials and order parts as needed.  Keep an inventory of supplies/parts for keying machines and related equipment. 

• Key and Lock Duplication - Creates master key using relevant computer programs/software.  Duplicate keys and locks with precision and accuracy using key cutting machine.

• Maintain key-cutting machinery/equipment to ensure proper working order.  Ensure for continued operational needs and obtain repairs/parts as needed.  Coordinate/obtain annual (or when required) maintenances.

• Stay abreast of current industry standards.  Attend trainings and/or related development opportunities as required or delegated.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks 

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: 

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 
• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Flexible work arrangement plans 
• Sick Leave Pool Program 
• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day 
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

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Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma and five years of appropriate experience required. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Must be able to travel to the Jupiter location and will serve emergency on-call services

Salary:

$26.44 - $31.79 per hour.

College or Department:

Division of Student Affairs

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some nights and weekends.

Application Deadline:

2025-04-18

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE:

Applicants may claim Veterans’ Preference on their application. The applicant claiming preference is responsible for providing required documentation at the time of making an application in Workday for a vacant position, or prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If an applicant qualifies for Veterans' Preference and the SP position, they are shown preference by the guarantee of an interview. Veterans’ Preference does not guarantee a job. For additional information, please visit https://www.fau.edu/jobs/resources/veterans/. For assistance, please contact Recruitment Services at [email protected]. REQ19412 Maintenance Specialist-2 (Open)

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume


OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email [email protected] or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.