Locksmith

Job Summary:

This highly technical advanced locksmith position performed under general supervision of the Shop Supervisor, Locksmith Shop, Physical Plant, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Duties include installing and servicing state-of-the-art electronic stand-alone access control systems; knowledge of job-related software associated with electronic hardware; experience and knowledge of cutting-edge high-security lock cylinders; and knowledge and ability to read and understand hardware and door schedules. Maintain up-to-date computerized key and lock records, repair locks, design master key systems, install locks and security devices, and repair safes and vaults.
The Locksmiths are responsible for the security of approximately 300 buildings with an excess of 400,000 lockable doors on the Madison campus, including some of the most elementary and sometimes antiquated locks to the most complex, state-of-the-art, and highest security systems available today. They include computerized card readers, Schlage AD 200, and AD 400 offline access control hardware. The locksmiths are responsible for updating and filing more than 40 to 50 thousand pattern keys and many more filed on the computer system. They are code compliant with ADA regulations and are Life, Safety, and Fire Code certified.

Responsibilities:
Installs and maintains locks and control systems to ensure the safety and security of students and employees. Maintains and updates computerized key and lock records to ensure availability of up-to-date facility security information.

• 25% Installs and services various electronic control systems and locks
• 20% Collects, enters, and updates computerized key records
• 20% Analyzes and interprets hardware, door schedules, and lock patterns, updates information based on user requests and needs
• 20% Develops pinning schedules for master lock system(s) for multiple buildings
• 5% Work in Laboratory environments that may contain Chemical, Biological & Radiological hazards as
  well as non-human beings and test subjects.
• 5% Occasionally work beyond 40 hours a week, nights, weekends and/or holidays.
• 5% Maintain integrity of classified information, records and keying for Federal, State & Local
  authorities we may work with as well as the Faculty, Staff and Departments they are associated with.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Mechanical aptitude required.
1 - 2 year experience preferred.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $20.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
The minimum salary for this position is $20.00 per hour, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf .

How to Apply:

To be considered, applications must be submitted online. To apply for this position you will need to upload a resume and cover letter. We will also require contact information for three professional references, one of which must be your current supervisor. We will not contact your current supervisor without advance notice.
A criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists.
In the event you are required to work in or around animal facilities, you will be enrolled in the appropriate medical surveillance program.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Contact:

Dawn Bierman
[email protected]
608-265-4057
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Locksmith(FP047)

Department(s):

A71-FACILITIES PLNG AND MGMT/PP O&M/LOCK SHOP

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

280133-CP

 
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .