Job Description

Under general supervision, performs skilled worked identifying, installing, maintaining, adjusting, repairing, fabricating, rebuilding and replacing lock cylinders, combination locks and other institutional hardware. The essential functions of this class includes: 

• Identifies, installs, maintains, adjusts, repairs, fabricates, rebuilds, and replaces lock cylinders and combinations on safes and locks, including ADA-approved locks and other institutional hardware;
• Uses hand and power tools to open, fabricate, install, or repair locks;
• Installs, adjusts, services and repairs exit door hardware, hinges overhead and floor closers, door hold-opens, coordination, and mechanical, electric and electronic access controls;
• Opens locks when keys or combinations are inoperable and extracts foreign objects from keyholes;
• Selects key banks, using knowledge of key codebook to fabricate or duplicate keys;
• Devises and installs master key systems by numeric progression to create levels of security;
• Maintains key record and security of duplicate keys using master keys system;
• Communications orally in writing to explain methods and procedures related to locksmith operations, work requests and supplied needed;
• Uses a two-way radio, cell phone; maintains a clean working environment in the shop and mobile van; Drives an automobile van, or light truck to various locations to provide locksmith service;
• Uses a personal computer to store, retrieve key code in database, to keep inventory of supplies, prepare reports of time worked, materials, to communicate via email memoranda; and 
• Performs related duties as required.

NATURE OF WORK: This position requires considerable bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting of objects up to 51lbs. This position also requires lifting and moving doors weighing up to 120 lbs. using lifting equipment and the ability to precisely work with objects 1/8" in diameter. 

Qualifications

1. Four (4) years of journey level verifiable experience as locksmith; AND
2. Possession and maintenance of a valid class C driver’s license and good driving record.

NOTES:

1. A valid out of state driver's license is acceptable during the application process. A valid California driver's license must be obtained prior to appointment and maintained throughout employment.
2. One year of full-time employment is equivalent to 2000 hours. (2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40 hours work week.) Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment.
3. Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.
4. Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.
5. Make sure your application and any attachments to the application submitted at the time of filing are complete and accurate and include details on all experience, education, training and other information that qualifies you for these recruitments. Failure to submit a complete and accurate application at the time of filing may result in your ineligibility for this recruitment or inability to receive full credit for scoring purposes. Any new information concerning work experience, education, training and other information that is submitted after the filing may not be used for scoring or considered to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Additional Information

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Temporary Exempt. This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The duration of the appointment shall not exceed 3 years.

BENEFITS: https://sfdhr.org/benefits-overview

SALARY:  $88,790 - $107,926 annually

APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO FILE IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME, BUT NO EARLIER THAN NOVEMBER 2, 2021.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.  For details on how it is applicable to your employment, please click here.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.