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The Locksmith is a member of the Facilities Operations and will have an excellent working knowledge of door hardware, door and frame construction and electro/mechanical door hardware, and be capable of carrying out installations, repairs and/or modifications to doors, locks and other related hardware with minimum oversight.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following and other duties may be assigned:

• Perform all facets of the lock and key trades including repair and installation of locks, overhead and in floor closers and other related hardware. Perform various types of lock and exit device door hardware maintenance.
• Diagnose operational problems in locks and other hardware related to the door.
• Dismantle all types of locks such as padlocks, door locks, safe locks and repair or replace worn tumblers, springs and other parts.
• He/she will be provided with training so as to be able to perform basic maintenance repairs and troubleshooting of power sources and other electric/electronic devices related to the door with minimum guidance.
• Must have a high record of dependability and have the capacity to work alone.
• After-Hour Emergency Response – Must be able to respond to after normal business hour emergencies and incidents as needed, and on short notice.
• Essential Personnel – must be able to function in an essential personnel role, which may include an extended on-campus presence, as defined in the University’s Core Essential Policy.

Minimum Qualifications:

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
• Experienced trades-person with 5 or more years of experience beyond completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent formal training in the Locksmith field.
• Must be familiar with “SFIC” Best key systems.
• Capable of performing basic maintenance repairs and troubleshooting to electric hinges, door contacts and switches with minimal guidance
• Possess a basic understanding of low voltage devices, electric circuits and electrical safety as it relates to card access/electronic keyless locking and security systems
• Capable of performing quality installations of and repairs to doors & door frames and installations and maintenance repairs of all mechanical and electro/mechanical door hardware, hinges, door closers and other hardware related to the door with minimal supervision.
• Must possess computer literacy and have the ability to become proficient in the Maximo CMMS Software System
• Ability to understand drawings and service manuals for equipment serviced.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, oral or written, and have the ability to modify instructions to fit the situation.

Communication Skills – ability to interact with customers, supervisors and colleagues, as well as the ability to work both independently and in a team environment, and perform all required coordination and the required record keeping

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent and formal training (four-year vocational school or equivalent) of considerable knowledge of the principals and practices of the locksmith trade.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Stand or walk for 2 - 4 hours at one time for 8 hours per day;
• Sit for less than 2 hours during 8-hour day;
• Lift or carry up to 35 pounds frequently (34- 66% of the workday) and 75 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday);
• Lift up to 75 pounds to waist height and up to 35 pounds in a range of motions from floor to overhead;
• Frequently use hands for simple grasping, fine manipulation, pushing or pulling (34- 66% of the workday);
• Occasionally squat, kneel, bend, lie down, crawl, knee stand, push or pull with forces up to 75 pounds (less than 33% of the workday);
• Frequently climb stairs or ladders, reach overhead, push or pull with forces up to 35 pounds; (34 - 66% of the workday);
• Work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and environmental conditions; and possess the ability to work at heights, physical agility and full range of motion, and the ability to maintain
• Capable of carrying a 6-foot stepladder up or down several flights of stairs and be capable of working off stepladders.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO IS THE LAW

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