Facility Locksmith

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Salary: $22.81 per hour

At Core Civic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Facility Locksmith who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

• Installs, maintains and repairs facility locks and related hardware for correctional facilities.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and installs commercial and industrial security door locking hardware.
• Maintains master keying systems for both standard and small formats.
• Performs preventive maintenance, diagnoses and corrects problems involving various components. Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, latches, keepers and hinges.
• Operates a variety of equipment such as hand tools, welding equipment, laptop computers and diagnostic hardware to perform work.
• Inspects and listens to equipment to diagnose malfunctions. Dismantles defective or malfunctioning machines and equipment, installs new or repaired parts, and tests operation following repair.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of standard operating records and reports, as required. Processes all work orders, reports, and other documents in a timely manner.
• Completes assignments based on urgency and scheduled needs. Coordinates with facility Maintenance Supervisor in completing high priority repairs and preventive maintenance to ensure safe and secure facility system operations.

• High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required.
• Two years of experience with detention, commercial and industrial, mechanical and electronic locking systems hardware installation is required.
• Locksmith certification and/or completion of Architectural Hardware Certification training preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum Age Requirement:
  Must be at least 21 years of age.

Core Civic is a Drug‑Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.