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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Locksmith CODE: 8390 SQ/OQ: Senior Qualified
WORKING TITLE: Locksmith GRADE: 14 MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction, installs, repairs, replaces, and opens locks, makes keys, and changes lock combinations using hand tools and special equipment. Work in this class requires knowledge both of the methods and tools of the carpentry trade and of the characteristics and properties of various metals, in addition to the methods and tools of locksmithing. Work involves inspection of work sites to determine time and materials needed. Assignments are generally received in the form of work orders and completed work is inspected by a supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Considerable knowledge of the methods, equipment, and tools of the locksmith trade; some knowledge of the methods and tools of the carpentry trade; working knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of various key and combination locks. Ability to install, repair, assemble, and disassemble a wide variety of locks; ability to make new or duplicate keys; ability to accurately estimate time and materials needed. Ability to maintain records. Skill in the use and care of the tools and equipment of the locksmith trade. Completion of the MCPS locksmith skills test at the required score. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: High School or GED diploma required. Demonstrated increasingly responsible experience as a locksmith or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the trade. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Maryland Class C non-commercial driver's license or equivalent.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) High degree of physical dexterity and ability to perform work requiring considerable standing and bending.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Ability to respond to emergency work requests and to work overtime as required. Completion of the MCPS locksmith skills test at the required score.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: Yes

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Installs new locks or repairs, replaces, and opens existing locks for doors, desks, lockers, and various other items of furniture and equipment.

2. Makes new or duplicate keys using key-cutting machine and other equipment.

3. Disassembles worn or damaged locks and either repairs or replaces defective internal parts or salvages serviceable parts if lock is beyond repair, shortens tumblers using file and inserts new or repaired tumblers into lock to change combination.

4. Keeps records concerning all outside door locks in all school and central office facilities and master keys for all locks.

5. Performs related work as required.
Class Established: 1/70
Date(s) Revised: 1/86, 7/92, 9/95, 7/00, 7/06, 7/11
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.