Job Description
Posting Number: R0006229
Location: Salem Campus
ABOUT WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY:
Willamette University, founded in 1842, is a nationally-renowned private university enrolling 2800 students across five colleges. Our historic campus, adjacent to the Oregon State Capitol, hosts a distinguished undergraduate liberal arts college in Salem, Oregon. Our downtown Portland campus is home to the Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA). We offer a wide range of professional graduate programs, including Oregon's top-ranked MBA program, the Northwest's oldest law school, as well as MA/MFA programs at PNCA and master's degrees in data science and computer science.
Willamette University provides a high-value and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our Benefits Summary includes options for health, dental, life insurance, retirement, substantial paid time off, tuition and more. If you need assistance applying for a job or have any questions on recruitment at Willamette, please contact our HR Department, hr@willamette.edu or call us at 503-370-6210.
LOCKSMITH
The Facilities Department at Willamette University is responsible for the daily operations, maintenance and upkeep of approximately 1.4 million square feet of academic, residential, administrative and off campus properties situated on approximately 60 acres with all the associated utilities and infrastructure.
This position is responsible for the installation and maintenance of security devices including lock and key systems and related door hardware from various manufacturers. The position also includes the performance of manual and semi-skilled work related to the maintenance of buildings. Repairs are generally of limited difficulty and involve the application of skills at less than the journeyman level.
Duties and Responsibilites
- Practices and encourages Facilities Management workplace expectations.
- Installs and maintains security devices including lock and key systems and related door hardware.
- Keeps records on all key cut information and maintains those records in the key system software.
- Participates in the campus key control program including ordering and maintaining key and lock supplies and parts.
- Modifies tumblers to fit locks.
- Changes lock combinations.
- Makes new or duplicate keys on key cutting machine.
- Installs and maintains door hardware. Participates in the PM program on locks and door hardware.
- Reviews door and hardware requirements for the University.
- Estimates time and materials required for assigned work.
- Assists in the installation of doors.
- Maintain a clean organized shop and work environment.
- Performs a variety of manual and semi-skilled work related to the maintenance of the buildings, including preventative maintenance tasks.
- Assists other team members as needed.
Performs other maintenance related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications - Minimum two years' experience as a locksmith with demonstrated journeyman level skill and ability in installing, altering, and repairing locks; or completion of an apprenticeship under a skilled locksmith.
- Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as license or certification.
- Basic computer skills such as typing, email ability to fill out service request forms on-line required.
- Possession of a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record or ability to obtain one within 60 days of date of hire.
- Working knowledge of the installation, alteration and repair of locks, locking systems and door hardware required.
- Use tools and machines related to the trade.
- Maintain the security of keying and locking systems.
- Interpret and apply architect's instructions for a complete building keying system.
- Estimate time and materials.
- Communicate both orally and in written English.
- Must have the ability to work independently as well as establish and maintain harmonious relations with other staff, faculty and students.
Must have the ability to effectively interact with a variety of people in a manner that emphasizes strong customer service and portrays the University's programs, personnel and philosophies in a positive manner.
Preferred Qualifications - Five years or more locksmith experience.
- High school education
Typical Work Schedule - Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm
- Fills in on weekends and holidays as required
- Subject to after-hours callback for emergencies
Physical Demand and Working Conditions - Involves exposure to adverse environmental conditions as may be found working in a facilities setting which may include but is not limited to; working outdoors in inclement weather, extreme temperatures, noise, dim lighting, dust, dirt, confined spaces, high elevations, bio-hazards and other hazardous materials.
- Routinely and safely lift 50 pounds.
- Work while walking and standing for prolonged periods of time and while exposed to dirt, dust, infectious waste, obnoxious odors and inclement weather.
- Climb ladders and work in confined spaces.
Salary: $29.39/ hour You will need to upload the following document as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section labeled Resume: Current Resume
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as received until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY VALUES DIVERSITY: Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically underrepresented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENT: All University positions require that candidates submit to a criminal conviction record check prior to hire. Conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being hired. Nature of conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS: Please read the following carefully before beginning the online application process. To be considered for employment at Willamette University, please complete our online employment application. Your application and all required attachments - listed at the bottom of the page - must be submitted for each individual job post that you are interested in applying. Once you submit your application you will not be able to edit your application.
Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.
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Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Apprenticeship, Outdoor, Weekend work, Monday to Friday,