Lockshop Manager

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Required Education and/or Experience

• Formal education is equivalent to a high school degree, including additional vocational locksmith training;

• Considerable experience with the repair and maintenance of locking devices; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities;

• Valid driver's license.

Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements.

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Experience with Workday

• Experience working in Facilities Management

• Oversees the master keying system for the University campus, including the careful planning of the keying hierarchy of grandmaster, master, sub-master, and rooms keys to create a secure access system.

• Makes recommendations as to the effectiveness and appropriateness of various types of locking devices, including researching new technologies.

• Work with the department and assigned personnel to determine the best access and security needs for entry into buildings, offices, and other assigned areas.

• Maintain the security and software updates of the computer systems, including floor plans, lock and key assignments, and electronic access control systems.

• Maintains detailed records of the staff and locks they operate. Tracks and distributes keys accurately. Verifies all keys and other devices are returned to the University when staff terminates.

• Prepares locks as needed, including key locks, pneumatic locking systems, electronic locking systems, locking cabinets and file cabinets, and dial combinations locks.

• Installs new locks and door hardware as needed. This would include new constructions, remodel projects, breakage, etc.

• Repair and disassemble locks, and replace worn tumblers, springs, and other parts, as needed, including repairing and adjusting door-mounted closers and floor closers.

• Code lock cores make keys, re-key locks for security purposes, and change lock combinations with acceptable proof of the person's right of access.

• Maintains records of keys and matching locks.

• Performs maintenance work on lock systems and door hardware as required.

• Determines schedule of lock inspections and maintenance to ensure timely care of all locking systems campus-wide.

• Maintains log of inspections performed on locks and corrective work performed; completes monthly reports reflecting locks repaired and cost.

• Manages outsourcing repair and maintenance work to vendors including receiving quotes, overseeing work, and processing invoices.

• Operates key reproducing equipment to reproduce keys as needed.

• Inspects for and reports any tampering with locking devices.

• Maintains the inventory of parts and replacements for locking devices; orders through purchasing as necessary.

• May supervise a work-study or graduate assistant and evaluate the work performance of incumbents.

• May assist in training lower-level workers.

• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of Locksmith methods, practices, and safety precautions.

• Knowledge of Locksmith laws and regulations.

• Ability to operate machinery or equipment necessary for key making.

• Ability to use the key cutter, portable drills, welder, computer, and miscellaneous hand tools necessary in the locksmith trade.

• Ability to maintain inventory of needed parts and tools.

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply lock maintenance and repair manuals, policies, and procedures

• Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports.

• Knowledge of computers and software applications, specifically MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Google Sheets, and Google Documents

Additional Information:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.