Locksmith II
- Employer
- NC State University
- Location
- Raleigh, NC
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
PG195274SP
Internal Recruitment:No
Working Title:Locksmith II
Anticipated Hiring Range:$48,000 - $50,000
Work Schedule:Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Job Location:Raleigh, NC
Department:Building Maintenance & Operations
About the Department:The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:
- Design & Construction
- Business Operations
- Campus Operations and Maintenance
- Campus Planning and Strategic Investment
Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.
Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuition and Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.Essential Job Duties:
Join our Facilities team as a Locksmith II, where your expertise will play a critical role in maintaining the security, functionality, and integrity of campus facilities. This journey-level position combines advanced locksmithing skills, project coordination, technical troubleshooting, and customer service to support a wide range of construction, renovation, maintenance, and access control initiatives across the university.
As a Locksmith II, you will work closely with project managers, contractors, architects, vendors, faculty, and staff to ensure that locking systems, door hardware, and keying infrastructure are properly specified, installed, maintained, and compliant with applicable safety and fire codes. You will serve as a technical resource and mentor to other locksmith staff while helping deliver secure, efficient, and customer-focused solutions that support the university’s mission.
If you are a skilled problem solver who enjoys managing complex projects, collaborating with varied stakeholders, and making a meaningful impact on campus safety and security, we encourage you to apply today and join a team dedicated to excellence in service, craftsmanship, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:
- Research critical information, including key bittings array, construction documents, and guidelines.
- Understand and apply master key system management software enrollment process and procedures.
- Demonstrate the ability to review and verify construction plans and hardware specifications according to University specifications and construction guidelines.
- Proficiently work with hardware specification take-offs.
- Handle project management tasks with a working knowledge of processes and timelines.
- Provide cost estimates and proposals for work, which includes evaluating and researching necessary requirements from vendor sources.
- Monitor and track all orders to ensure timely completion.
- Allocate appropriate resources and time for the completion of one’s own work and that of the team, avoiding scheduling conflicts.
- Communicate effectively with customers regarding the necessary scope of work.
- Lead by example, ensuring that technicians have sufficient resources to complete jobs.
- Maintain clear verbal and written communication with supervisors, team members, and the public.
- Lift, carry, and maneuver materials weighing 30–60 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Perform tasks requiring standing for extended periods, working in confined spaces, and utilizing various tools. Safely climb and work from different types of ladders to access elevated or below-grade areas (such as roofs, above-ceiling spaces, and utility pits). Be exposed to and work in areas where insects or small animals are occasionally present. All essential tasks must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
- This position has been designated as mandatory personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule.
- Assisting other trades as required.
- Evaluating work of contributing level co-workers, considering accuracy with respect to standards and code compliance.
- Maintaining on-call status; Mandatory on-call service rotation will be to provide after-hours emergency service when called.
- Responsible for continuing education and license renewal requirements.
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Optional Guidelines: Experience in the Trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
- Extensive experience as a locksmith, preferably in an institutional setting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
- Familiarity with work order systems is a plus but not required.
- Membership in the Associated Institutional Locksmith Association/and or recognized industry organization is preferred.
- Certified Journey Level Certification and/or Fire Door Inspector Certification is advantageous but not mandatory.
- North Carolina Locksmith License within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?:No
Job Open Date:10/22/2026
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.):10/29/2026
Notice to Applicants:Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume”.
Special Instructions:Please include as attachments a resume/CV and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
00040561
Position Type:SHRA
Position Classification Band Title:Facility Maintenance Technician - Building Trades
Position Classification Band Level:Journey
Position Classification Salary Range:$ 36,467 - $ 68,232
Salary Grade Equivalency:NC06
Alternate Option:If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):1.00
Appointment:12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies
Time Limited Position:No
Department Id:445030 - Building Maintenance & Operations
EEO:NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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