Job Summary

Campus Services' Energy & Facilities Unit:

Through our three primary operating departments, Engineering & Utilities (E&U), Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO), and Green Building Services (GBS) we maintain the University's energy supply and utility infrastructure, provide facilities support (including MEP, fire safety, custodial, and landscape), and provide a wide range of engineering and technical services that improve efficiency and sustainability

Position Summary:

Performs comprehensive locksmith duties including: lock installation, repair and retro-fit, custom master key system design, automatic and manual door operators, and emergency egress systems, and related structural services.

Position Description

• Trouble-shoot, repair, maintain and install: emergency exit devices; mechanical and electronic access control devices, cylindrical and mortise lock-sets of all types and vintages; vault and safe locking systems; door closures and operators; and all door hardware and related equipment.

• Maintains logs and records of all building master key systems.

• Cuts keys by hand or machine.

• Designs and maintains complex custom standard and high security master-key systems.

• Performs other core skills of the trade and related duties as required.

Basic Qualifications

• A minimum of five years work experience as a locksmith required.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Trade School or Vocational High School Degree preferred.

• Must have strong mechanical and carpentry skills with a basic understanding of electronics and ADA building access device requirements.

• Working knowledge of all primary access control systems and master key system strategies.

• Experience in the installation, repair and retro-fit of electro-mechanical and mechanical hardware systems required.

• Must be able to work both independently as well as a member of a team, at times in conjunction with other trades and building support staff.

• Must observe and comply with all standard safety codes and practices, perform work in accordance with recognized trade and university standards.

• Must be quality focused, highly customer service oriented and able to regularly communicate with peers and customers, clearly and professionally.

Special Requirements (and ongoing conditions of employment):

• Must maintain a valid State driver's license and satisfactory driving history.

• Must be willing to work in research laboratory environments and around hazardous materials.

• Required to wear/use appropriate safety clothing/equipment at all times.

• Required to properly wear department-issued uniforms and maintain a professional image at all times.

• Must be willing to work overtime in response to campus emergencies or other group business needs.

• Required to supply a complete set of hand tools.

Technology Skills Required:

• Basic proficiency and understanding of Windows® based software applications.

• Demonstrated proficiency with electronic mail, MS® Office, and related desktop and handheld devices and applications required.

• Familiarity with smartphone technology and willingness to expand skills with handheld device use as required.

Emergency Status Designation:

• Essential Personnel

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stoop and bend for long periods of time and work on hands and knees and other awkward positions for extended periods, routinely walk to and from various buildings carrying tools, equipment and other essentials to the job site.

• Required to wear/use safety equipment and clothing when appropriate and/or required.

Working Conditions

COVID-19:

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Additional Information

• Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background screening.

• Harvard Central Administration & Campus Services is unable to provide work authorization and/or visa sponsorship.

• This position has a 90-day orientation and review period.

Interviewing at Harvard:

When Submitting Your Candidacy on our Harvard Career Site: https://hr.harvard.edu/jobs

• Please provide a cover letter with your application (resume) and upload it as one PDF document

About Campus Services

Campus Services is a multi-department organization within Harvard's Central Administration providing a wide range of non-academic services to the University community. We employ more than 1,600 employees, 66% of which are front-line service and trades workers. Our workforce is also quite diverse, with employees representing 20+ countries.

We service the university by supporting Campus Operations, supporting international students and programs, bringing the Harvard Community together and our Campus Services shared services.
Learn more about Campus Services at: www.campusservices.harvard.edu

Accessibility:

Harvard University welcomes individuals with disabilities to apply for positions and participate in its programs and activities. If you would like to request accommodations or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact our University Disability Resources Department at: https://accessibility.harvard.edu/

Salary Grade: 000

Union: 45 - New Eng Reg Ccl Carpenters 51

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About Harvard University Campus Services

Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. The University, which is based in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts, has an enrollment of over 20,000 degree candidates, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Harvard has more than 360,000 alumni around the world. The University has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a truly global education. Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States.

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