Locksmith II

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Performs maintenance, modification and repairs of locking mechanisms throughout FIU Campuses.

• Install various access control devices. Program IP Access Control Panels & Systems with low voltage cabling termination and connections. Customize cabling to meet operational requirements and life safety code. Customize cabling to meet operational requirements and life safety code. Analyze, troubleshoot and diagnose system failures or malfunctions.
• Performs a variety of skilled locksmith duties such as on-site repairs of broken locks, doors and related hardware. Uses a mobile/tool/parts cart on campus. Replaces worn-out or broken parts locks. Completes inspection of attached hardware as a preventive measure to eliminate future breakdowns. Performs emergency maintenance as required. Will install with or without direct supervision: Access Control devices such as; Card Readers, Request to Exit Buttons (REX), Motion Sensors, Maglocks, Electric Door Strikes, Access Control Panels Installations and programming, Power Supplies, various electronic components, and various cable that includes but is not limited to: twisted pair cable, stranded cable and solid conductor low voltage cable. Cable installation includes: placements, termination, testing, labeling and documentation. Maintain mechanical locks, master keying scheme, and complete related Locksmith traditional duties.
• Cuts keys on key cutting machine from original or from manufacturers code when original is not available. Completes installation or removal of lock cylinders from mortise, knob lock and padlock for repairs or modifications.
• Using lock cylinders placing springs and pins in an organized manner in mortise, padlocks, and knob locks as required to recombinants. Under supervisor's guidance recombinants.
• Checks on reports of malfunctioning or broken locks, door closers, etc., and diagnoses the problem. Determines what parts and equipment will be necessary to do the job. Estimates repair time in view of security requirements.
• Receives in-service training of unlocking complex doors without the use of keys, e.g., picking locks, removing hinges, etc., as needed. Assists in obtaining data from department administrators and/or immediate supervisor for the coordination of new keying systems and for new construction or major renovations.
• Performs general emergency maintenance duties connected to any and all aspects of related work such as required by the Facilities Management/Facilities Operations supervision. This may include such items as hurricane protection, barricading of ditches, roads, emergency lights, broken road signs, repairing leaks on a permanent or temporary basis and other duties as required. On occasion may be requested to assist with carpentry and masonry repairs.

• Two (2) years of experience as locksmith or closely related experience. Completion of a certified locksmith trade school training may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.
• Must be able to eligible to register as licensed locksmith with Miami Dade County and obtain license within 3 months of hire.

• Staff

• $45,000 - $55,000

Begin time: 8:00 AM
End time: 4:30 PM

• Loud Noise from Equipment/Machinery/Vibration
• Operating University Vehicles (all types)

• Driver's License Check
• Fingerprinting Check
• Expanded Background Check

• On call 24 hour by 7 day for possible emergency situations.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:

• Veterans with a VA service-connected disability
• Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability
• Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
• Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service-connected disability
• A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.

Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification.

If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.
For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/.

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.