LocksmithGeneral Team Member ER026

Title: Locksmith/General Team Member - ER026

State Role Title:Trades Technician III

Hiring Range: $50000 - $55000

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Department of General Services (DGSS)

Location:OPDC

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Division of Capitol Square Services (DCSS) is a customer-focused organization whose primary function is to provide a quality environment for the approximately 75 state agencies that occupy the facilities overseen by DGS. DCSS provides its customers effective and timely operational maintenance and repair services as well as manages capital outlay projects and provides professional services contracts for statewide public body use.

DCSS is responsible for over 40 buildings and 20 parking facilities and operates and maintains about 6.45 million square feet of buildings and grounds at the seat of government to include the Governors Mansion the Virginia Capitol and Capitol Square.

The Locksmith is responsible for the installation repair maintenance and modification of all locking systems door hardware and security devices throughout the Capitol Square complex. This role supports the safety and security of state facilities employees and visitors by ensuring all locking mechanisms and related hardware remain functional and reliable.

Key Responsibilities

• Install repair and maintain locks door hardware and security devices.
• Modify and upgrade locking systems as needed to support facility security.
• Develop generate and maintain master key systems.
• Respond promptly to work orders emergency calls and tenant service needs.
• Provide technical expertise and customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support carpentryrelated tasks involving doors frames and hardware.
• Maintain accurate records of keys lock changes and security hardware.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Virginia drivers license.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints hardware schedules and related technical documents.
• Proficiency with locksmith software programs and keymanagement systems.
• Skilled in bypassing or picking locks rekeying installing and repairing a wide range of lock types styles and brands.
• Experience installing repairing and maintaining commercial locksets cylinders door hardware and related security components.
• Knowledge of commercial locksets master key systems electronic access components ADA requirements building codes and basic carpentry.
  
• Ability to cut keys accurately and maintain detailed accurate records of master key systems and issued keys.
  
• Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving locking system issues.
  
• Ability to work independently provide effective customer service respond to emergencies and perform physically demanding tasks as required.

Additional Considerations

• Completion of a locksmith apprenticeship or formal locksmith training program.
  
• Handson experience developing and maintaining master key systems.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. Please be sure that all of your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application. Online applications should be submitted via . Fax e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. For assistance or computer access please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office or .

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application has been successfully submitted. Applications will continue to be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received but this position may be closed at any time after five (5) business days. Please refer to the Your Application page in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at for assistance.

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. DGS will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights.

The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups individuals with disabilities veterans and individuals with AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: DGS Human Resources

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.