Job Description

Locksmith

Hacienda La Puente Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer. Hacienda La Puente Unified School District is named as one of the top 50 employers in California for 2020 and our employees have received a combined 12% salary increase for the 2022-2023 years! Apply now to join our team!

We are only accepting online applications. You may apply online by clicking the "Apply" button on this page. If you need assistance applying online, please contact us at (626) 933-3920. The position involves journey-level locksmith duties in the installation, maintenance, and repair of all district locking mechanisms, including doors, jambs, closures, lock security mechanism, electrical security devices for doors, windows, gates, or any other secured space; maintains district master record system of keys and locks. Current openings: one 12-month/40 hours per week position. Salary placement will be on Range 32 on the CSEA Salary Schedule "B." Initial salary placement for new employees is customarily at Step 1 ($5,470.64 per month) of this salary range. Answers to the supplemental questions must be submitted with your application. Proof of completion in a recognized locksmith apprenticeship program, or a copy of your certificate of achievement in locksmith or a closely related field from a recognized college or trade school must be submitted with your application (if applicable). Proof of your highest obtained education, a valid CA Driver's License, and proof of car insurance must be submitted by the final test part. You may upload the documents to your online application (in the "Attachments" section) at the time of application or fax them to Maria Murillo at (626) 333-7416.

Essential Duties

• Performs locksmith duties such as installing, adjusting, repairing and removing locks from a variety of locking systems, panic hardware, door closures and other door hardware.
• Disassembles, reassembles, adjusts and replaces door locks, cabinet locks, and padlocks.
• Adjusts and repairs door closures and exit hardware.
• Lubricates, welds, and picks locks.
• Repairs or replaces tumblers, springs, and other parts.
• Files tumblers to fit locks, and replaces them in lock cylinder.
• Removes broken keys or foreign objects from locks.
• Makes new or duplicate keys with or without patterns and guides.
• Maintains and services equipment tools.
• Opens key and safe locks using hand tools or special equipment.
• Prepares estimates, and maintains records including labor, materials and work orders completed.
• Maintains secure records and files of duplicate keys.
• Maintains and requisitions spare parts inventory of lock parts, and door hardware.
• Provides work direction and training to other maintenance personnel assigned to assist on larger projects.

Other related duties may include assisting in other maintenance areas by performing unskilled and semi-skilled duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency. Experience: One of the following:

• Two years of journey-level locksmith experience.
• Completion of a recognized locksmith apprenticeship program.
• Two years of full-time semi-skilled locksmith work and completion of a certificate of achievement in locksmith from a recognized college or trade school.
• Four years of full-time semi-skilled locksmith work.

Special:

• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License.
• Evidence of adequate insurance for a motor vehicle which meets the California legal liability insurance requirement and continual insurance coverage during employment.
• Federal law requires that employees receive additional ACBM training if they work in areas in which asbestos building materials may be disturbed. This training is provided by the District within the first 60 days of employment.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination.

Ideal Candidates Will Have

Knowledge of:

• Practices, methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of locks, keys, alarm systems, and other related locksmith work.
• Laws, codes and regulations pertaining to locksmith work.
• Safe working methods and procedures, including wearing personal protective equipment.
• Operational characteristics of a variety of locking devices.
• Principles and practices of master key inventory.

Ability to:

• Perform skilled lock repair and related maintenance and repair duties.
• Operate a variety of equipment and tools, such as key-cutting machines, micrometers, various saws, drills and drill bit sharpeners, planers and hand tools, grinders, sanders, torches, and various hand tools.
• Read, interpret and apply a wide variety of technical information from manuals, drawings, specifications, layouts and blueprints.
• Estimate labor and material costs.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Plan and coordinate the work of others.
• Recognize workplace hazards and follow safety procedures.
• React to change in a positive manner, and quickly adapt to new assignments, methods, or procedures.
• Demonstrate diligence in attending to details and quality of work.
• Understand and meet the needs of customers.
• Manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Communicate orally and in writing for the purpose of providing and obtaining information.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Use a computer and basic work-related software.

Examination and Application Process

The screening and examination process for this position, which may be subject to modification, is designed to ensure a fair and job-related evaluation of all candidates. The process may include application screening, initial review of qualifications, verification of documentation or certifications, and, in some cases, supplemental application screening. The stated qualifications represent only the minimum requirements and do not guarantee eligibility for examination or placement on an eligibility list. The examination may consist of any combination of the following: training and experience evaluation, written knowledge test, hands on/performance test, structured panel interview, situational judgement interview, or other assessments of fitness for the position. All parts of the examination process are job related. Candidates must achieve a passing score on each portion of the examination to advance to next stages and ultimately be placed on the eligibility list. Depending on the classification, eligibility lists may remain in effect for six months or one year. To ensure timely submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit all required materials before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if the application is not submitted in full by the deadline. Upon successful submission, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email; please save or print these for your records. If you do not receive both confirmations, your application has not been received. For technical assistance with the online application, please review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their toll-free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Personnel Commission is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser.

Please note that it is your responsibility to notify us at least three business days prior to the first test part if you will require reasonable accommodation during any part of the selection process. You are NOT required to disclose any information regarding disabilities at this time but may be required to submit documentation prior to accommodation being granted.

Hacienda La Puente Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination against, and/or harassment of, District employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, gender identity, sex, or sexual orientation at a District site or activity.

Benefits

Up to 16 holidays per year depending on months worked for all classified employees. Vacation is prorated for all classified employees, based on the hours and months worked per year. Below is the vacation schedule for classified supervisors and classified staff.

Classified Employee Vacation Chart 1-5 years of service: One day of vacation will be earned per month worked.

6-10 years of service: One and one-quarter (1 ) days of vacation will be earned per month worked

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