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Correctional Locksmith (40 Hour)

DOC Carl Robinson


Job Location:

Enfield, NH - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 71995 - 93668
Posted: 13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction


WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Position Highlights
  • This is a full-time 40 hours per week position on first shift. Schedule is Monday-Friday between 7:00 AM-3:00 PM.
  • As a Correctional Locksmith youll have the opportunity to:
    • Perform maintenance diagnostic assessment repair and installation of locking mechanical and computer security equipment including locks pneumatic locks electronic keypads fingerprint locks gate motors cell mechanisms handcuffs padlocks electric and/or manual and combination gates;
    • Repair lubricate and open locks;
    • Cut new and duplicate keys;
    • Change lock combinations;
    • Repair or replace worn tumblers springs and other parts;
    • Maintain and repair gate and door hinges openers and closers;
    • Keep lock maintenance and key control records of all security equipment as well as location -and authorized holder; and
    • Maintain stock of replacement parts locks and keys.
About Us
The Department of Correction shall strive to be a leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re-entry initiatives to support responsive evidence-based practices geared toward supporting reintegration and reducing recidivism under the Departments supervision. Safety and security shall be a priority component of this responsibility coinciding with an unwavering respect for the human dignity of staff victims citizens and offenders.

Selection Plan

Selected candidates will be required to attend a 14-week Hazardous Duty Training at the Maloney Center for Training & Staff Development located in Cheshire CT.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a Department of Correction facility or district this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the general repair maintenance and installation of locking computerized and mechanical security systems and equipment.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
  • Performs maintenance diagnostic assessment repair and installation of locking mechanical and computer security equipment including locks pneumatic locks electronic keypads fingerprint locks gate motors cell mechanisms handcuffs padlocks electric and/or manual and combination gates;
  • Repairs lubricates and opens locks;
  • Cuts new and duplicate keys;
  • Changes lock combinations;
  • Repairs or replaces worn tumblers springs and other parts;
  • Maintains and repairs gate and door hinges openers and closers;
  • Keeps lock maintenance and key control records of all security equipment as well as location and authorized holder;
  • Maintains stock of replacement parts locks and keys;
  • Maintains stock of back up padlocks keyed identically to those in use;
  • Inventories stock and orders and receives parts;
  • Retains custody of blueprints for institution all keys for security system and emergency devices to manually unlock cells and gates in event of electric failure;
  • Maintains highest security for critical materials;
  • May perform supplemental duties related to other trade disciplines based on experience knowledge skills and agency needs;
  • May physically restrain inmates quell disturbances and otherwise assist custodial forces in emergencies;
  • May be required to operate a motor vehicle;
  • Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY
  • Considerable knowledge of
    • construction repair and maintenance of locks and mechanical computerized and electromechanical security devices;
    • tools materials methods and principles of locksmithing;
    • correctional security measures;
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to
    • quickly detect mechanical problems and apply corrective action;
    • operate and interpret computerized and automated control systems;
    • maintain records and prepare reports;
    • read and interpret blueprints and/or diagrams;
    • perform under stress and remain stable in pressure situations;
    • detect and diagnose related electrical problems;
    • weld and perform other peripheral equipment repairs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Experience as a locksmith.

NOTE: Based on an individuals technical experience the length of credited service will be determined at the discretion of facility management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
  • Two (2) years as a Correction Officer assigned to a full-time training program in the locksmith area may be substituted for the General Experience.
  • Experience performing technical duties within the maintenance trade area on a military base aircraft carrier or large compound may be substituted for the General Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience working with commercial and industrial locks;
  • Knowledge of low voltage locks and controls; and
  • Knowledge of master key systems.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Incumbents in this class must have reached their 18th birthday.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to successfully complete a formal training course in correctional work to develop the knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the class.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operators license.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Incumbents in this class must have general good health be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength stamina agility endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class.
  • A comprehensive medical examination including a controlled substance screening will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be exposed to danger of injury or assault by inmates and the danger and discomfort of working with tools of the trade.
Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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