At a Glance!: Lower Columbia College is looking for an energetic and mechanically inclined Locksmith to join the Campus Services team! The Campus Services team is a diverse group of people with varying backgrounds contributing to the college mission as a team. We strive for collaboration, communication, and the ability to work both as an individual and within a team. The full-time Locksmith position will be responsible for installing, calibrating, maintaining and repairing mechanical and electronic locking devices as assigned. The Locksmith will also be responsible for issuing and accounting for all keys for each of the designated areas on campus. A critical piece of this position will be to maintain the database of all keys issued.

This position is classified as a Locksmith under Washington State Classification Specifications. The typical schedule for this position will be Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. The Locksmith will report to the Campus Services Manager. In-person work is required. 

• Install, maintain and repair door hardware, Allegion locks and hardware such as cylindrical
  and mortise locks, deadbolts, padlocks, door closers and exit devices.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electronic locks, strikes, door closers,
  and access control systems using Avigilon Access Control Manager
• Program staff key cards and modify door schedules and access rights in Avigilon Access
  Control Manager.
• Maintain and develop 6-pin Schlage master key system using existing top master key and
  key biting arrays.
• Program keypads on restricted doors.
• Cut/fabricate keys and calibrate key cutting machines regularly.
• Perform preventative maintenance to doors, locks, exit devices, door closers, and hinges.
• Maintain detailed key tracking records and files in a database related to keys, keys issued
  and returned, operating keys for all locks on campus, and keypad lock codes.
• Bypasses locks using non-destructive and destructive methods.
• Provide customer service/telephone support and use Gmail to communicate via email.
• Update the key shop equipment/parts inventory.
• Requisition of parts and materials as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent. 

• Experience operating programming software or access control systems. 

• One year of locksmith experience or related experience working with keys, master key systems or other keying systems. 

• Valid driver's license. 

• Excellent communication and time management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work as a team and independently.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Access, etc.) and Google Docs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field. 

• Three plus years of locksmith experience. 

• Previous experience with Allegion hardware and Schlage 6-pin cores. 

• Previous master-keying experience. 

• Previous experience with Avigilon Access Control Manager or similar access control systems. 

• Previous experience maintaining multiple buildings in an academic setting. 

• Locksmith certification or completion of locksmith courses/training.

Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.

How to apply:

An online application must be completed for consideration. Click “Apply” at the top of the page to get started. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):

• Letter of Interest (cover letter) - describing your interest in Lower Columbia College and this position, how your experience, knowledge/skills, education, abilities etc. meet the qualifications for this position

• Resume

• References - please provide at least three professional references including one current or former supervisor 

• Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

Upon request, accommodations are available for persons with disabilities for the Lower Columbia College hiring process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Lower Columbia College Human Resources

For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at hr@lowercolumbia.edu.    

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX, access, equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Kendra Sprague, Vice President of Foundation, HR & Legal Affairs, 1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010, Longview, WA 98632, title9@lowercolumbia.edu, Phone number, (360) 442-2120, Phone number/TTY (800) 833-6388.

• Learn more on our Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment page. 

• The college is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information, visit About Title IX.

• The college encourages qualified members of protected classes to apply.  

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

LCC celebrates and embraces diversity of all kinds, including differing beliefs, cultures, people, and experiences. We commit to institutional and individual changes that recognize, understand, and challenge patterns of social inequity and systemic disparities within our ever-changing world. For more information, see Diversity & Equity.

Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia College's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lowercolumbia.edu/CleryASFR.

Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or professional association or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers or professional association. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.

Mission, Vision & Values

Our Mission, Vision & Values define our reason for being, and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCC's Mission, Vision & Values, see our Strategic Plan.

Conditions of Employment 

• If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.  Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• This position is part of a bargaining unit subject to the WFSE HE collective bargaining agreement.

• The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.

• If you are hired and are proficient in Spanish, you will have to take a Spanish proficiency test to receive the 5% assignment pay.

Anticipated Start Date

LCC offers two start dates for new employees - the 1st and 16th or the closest working day.