Trades 1 Locksmith
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Job Summary
Staff - Union
Positions in this classification perform skilled locksmith work on door closures panic hardware and related fittings as it pertains to the installation maintenance and repair of locks keys lock cylinders for the master key system and maintains appropriate records.
Organizational Status
Reports to Head Trades Facilities and Building Services within Student Housing and Community Services.
Work Performed
Requests and obtains materials and equipment required for the work assigned.
Key lock cylinders for the master key system.
Repairs locks and closures in the shop and elsewhere on campus.
Assists in setting up key schedules and maintains appropriate records.
Assists in the selection of hardware and keying for new buildings.
Cuts keys as required.
Insalls and maintains locks door closures panic hardware and related fittings.
As required will make estimates and produce inspection reports.
Ensures that the workplace is safe and follows safe work practices.
Installs and maintains 12/24 volt door operating equipment.
Communicates with customers as required to ensure the efficient delivery of service.
Performs emergency call-outs as required.
Periodically positions in this classification may be assigned responsibility for providing training monitoring and checking the work of one or more trainees or labourers.
Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Determines the sequence of work the work methods and equipment to be employed and how best to complete the work based on technical knowledge of the trade and related departmental guidelines and policies; inappropriate decisions may result in minor service delays and/or costs.
Supervision Received
Works under general supervision and form oral and written instructions and according to approved procedures.
Supervision Given
Monitors and checks the work of trainee(s) and labourers as the need arises.
Minimum Qualifications
- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives including perspectives in conflict with ones own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing ones own awareness knowledge and skills related to equity diversity and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
A provincial certification of journeyperson level as a Locksmith Formal training as a Locksmith and a valid Locksmith security worker license Valid BC Drivers Licence andA provincial certification of journeyperson level as a Locksmith a valid Locksmith Security Worker licenceMinimum 5 years of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Category
CUPE 116Job Profile
CUPE 116 Salaried - Trades 1 - LocksmithJob Title
Trades 1 - LocksmithDepartment
Trades Facilities and Building Services Student Housing and Community ServicesCompensation Range
$6071.00 - $6511.00 CAD MonthlyPosting End Date
October 24 2025Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
OngoingAt UBC we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research innovation and learning for all faculty staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Job Description SummaryPositions in this classification perform skilled locksmith work on door closures panic hardware and related fittings as it pertains to the installation maintenance and repair of locks keys lock cylinders for the master key system and maintains appropriate records.
Organizational Status
Reports to Head Trades Facilities and Building Services within Student Housing and Community Services.
Work Performed
Requests and obtains materials and equipment required for the work assigned.
Key lock cylinders for the master key system.
Repairs locks and closures in the shop and elsewhere on campus.
Assists in setting up key schedules and maintains appropriate records.
Assists in the selection of hardware and keying for new buildings.
Cuts keys as required.
Insalls and maintains locks door closures panic hardware and related fittings.
As required will make estimates and produce inspection reports.
Ensures that the workplace is safe and follows safe work practices.
Installs and maintains 12/24 volt door operating equipment.
Communicates with customers as required to ensure the efficient delivery of service.
Performs emergency call-outs as required.
Periodically positions in this classification may be assigned responsibility for providing training monitoring and checking the work of one or more trainees or labourers.
Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Determines the sequence of work the work methods and equipment to be employed and how best to complete the work based on technical knowledge of the trade and related departmental guidelines and policies; inappropriate decisions may result in minor service delays and/or costs.
Supervision Received
Works under general supervision and form oral and written instructions and according to approved procedures.
Supervision Given
Monitors and checks the work of trainee(s) and labourers as the need arises.
Minimum Qualifications
- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives including perspectives in conflict with ones own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing ones own awareness knowledge and skills related to equity diversity and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
A provincial certification of journeyperson level as a Locksmith Formal training as a Locksmith and a valid Locksmith security worker license Valid BC Drivers Licence andA provincial certification of journeyperson level as a Locksmith a valid Locksmith Security Worker licenceMinimum 5 years of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
