Job Description
ABOUT THE POSITION : Purpose of Position: Working independently, the TCCS Locksmith is responsible for maintaining all locks and related hardware in the buildings, structures, and equipment of The Claremont Colleges.
Essential Functions: The following are the essential duties and responsibilities the incumbent must be able to perform.
- Repair and open locks, make keys, and change lock combinations using hand tools and special equipment.
- Cut new or duplicate keys, using key cutting machine.
- Open safe locks by turning dial and listening to tumblers or drilling through the lock and changing combinations.
- Install locks and hardware for replacement and minor alteration projects.
- Design keying systems for individual buildings and college systems as a whole.
- Specify hardware requirements for the new buildings.
- Make material take-off from construction plans and prepare estimate for labor and material.
- Maintain computer database of locks and keying codes for the Colleges.
- Be knowledgeable of, follow, and promote applicable OSHA, CA OSHA and other regulatory safety rules for all work assigned and ensure compliance by shop staff.
- Operate as lead journeyperson on large projects. Using blueprints, sketches, shop drawings, specifications and related technical data lay out and coordinate work performance of the trade.
- Maintain as-built drawings of work undertaken to depict actual construction variances from design drawings. From blueprints and/or general guidance, assist in preparing material take-offs and labor estimates.
- Must be able to train personnel proficiently in skills that others in this classification or lower classification do not possess.
- Perform other work in general category of Physical Plant Maintenance, repair and alterations as assigned by the Foreman.
Required Work Hours: The regular hours for this full-time position are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Will be added to on-call rotation to include weekends. Must be able and willing to work overtime and on-call as needed. Will be required to work holiday, weekend, and/or evening hours occasionally. Regular hours may vary due to the needs of the organization or business unit.
Required Qualifications: The following qualifications are required to perform the essential functions of this position, or the individual must be able to demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed (with or without reasonable accommodation) using other qualifications not listed below.
Education: High school diploma or the equivalent in a combination of education, training, and additional experience beyond the minimum required.
Experience: At least four (4) years of experience demonstrating the ability to apply the techniques of the trade
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Fluent English language skills, including speaking, reading, comprehending, and writing.
- Mathematical skills to include as a minimum ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, determine linear measurements, compute areas and volumes of conventional shapes and forms, and compute approximate weight of objects.
- Climb ladders, crawl in attics and under buildings, lift and carry heavy equipment, be able to bend, stoop and work in uncomfortable positions.
- Physically capable of working under all weather conditions.
- Be able to be contacted by telephone during non-working hours.
- Ability to work in a safe manner and comply with all applicable OSHA and Cal/OSHA rules.
- Present a neat and professional appearance and be capable of performing all tasks and presenting oneself in a manner that reflects well on CFS and TCCS, and of promoting the interests of these organizations throughout The Claremont Colleges.
Other: Must have and maintain a valid California Driver's License and be insurable under The Claremont Colleges Services.
Preferred Qualifications: The following qualifications are preferred:
- Working experience with hydronic heating systems.
- Completion of apprenticeship or vocational education course.
- Some experience supervising or directing the work of others.
COMPENSATION Pay: The pay rate is $25.00- $28 per hour.
Benefits: This position is eligible for our employment benefits package including:
•medical, dental, vision,
•10% retirement contributions after one year (no matching required),
•group life insurance,
•generous time off,
•professional development funds,
•discounts for mobile plans, software, and entertainment,
•access to fitness facilities,
•and more!
PHYISICAL REQUIREMENTS Sedentary work that primary involves sitting and standing:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Active work that primary involves standing and walking:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Light work that involves moving objects weighing up to 10 pounds:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Medium work that includes moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Medium work that includes moving objects weighing up to 40 pounds:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Heavy work that includes moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Operate a computer or other work requiring repetitive movement of wrists, hands, & fingers:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Operate a street legal golf cart, a company automobile, or other heavy machinery:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Read or write electronic or printed materials:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Communicate verbally in person, by phone or another device:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Moving body into different positions to work down low, overhead, or outward:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Work involving climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, or similar:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Work in various environments including low, high, tight, low-ventilation, or confined spaces:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Work indoors in climate-controlled spaces:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Work outdoors in various weather conditions:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Work in a noisy environment:
ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever
Wear:
UniformWork or Non-Slip ShoesPersonal Protective Equipment
Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, The Claremont Colleges Services will review this job description and make changes of business necessity. TCCS reserves the right to modify job duties or assign additional duties as needed.
ADA/OSHA: This job description defines the essential job duties of this position. The Claremont Colleges Services expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Equal Opportunity Employer: TCCS is an equal opportunity employer. TCCS managers make employment decisions on the basis of merit, with the aim of having the best available person in every job. TCCS prohibits discrimination based on all characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation. TCCS also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of these characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of these characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful. The Claremont Colleges Services (TCCS)
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Apprenticeship, Work experience placement, Local area, Outdoor, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,