Locksmith / Carpenter - Parks and Recreation

Locksmith / Carpenter - Parks and Recreation

locations

Tucson, AZ

time type

Full time

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Posted Yesterday

time left to apply

End Date: June 14, 2025 (13 days left to apply)

job requisition id

JR101076

Job Description Summary

Department - Parks and Recreation

Job Description

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5784 - Locksmith

Salary Grade: 8

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $22.16 - $26.04 Per Hour

Pay Range: $22.16 - $29.92 Per Hour

Range Explanation:

Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

Be a part of a team that keeps Pima County Parks clean and safe. Selected candidate will assume the field Locksmith/Carpenter role responsible for all outdoor lock installations, diagnosis, design, repairs, and retrofitting jobs at all Parks and Recreation locations. As the Locksmith/Carpenter, you will lead and guide staff working on carpentry and lock installation and repair on any building located with park property to include plan review, design, and contract management. In this position you can expect to be outdoors 90% of the time while on duty.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

Designs, implements, and maintains master key systems, ensuring secure and efficient access control across facilities;

Installs, maintains, and repairs locks and locking systems on doors, cabinets, safes, gates, and other public service infrastructure;

Responds to emergency lockouts and security incidents, providing prompt and secure resolutions during or outside of regular hours;

Installs and services electronic access control systems, including card readers, electric strikes, and keypad locks;

Rekeys locks and changes lock combinations in response to security concerns, personnel changes, or access adjustments;

Troubleshoots and diagnoses mechanical and electronic locking issues, ensuring timely and effective repairs;

Maintains accurate records of key issuance, lock systems, and access control logs to support accountability and policy compliance;

Collaborates with security, maintenance, and administrative personnel to enhance facility safety and access strategies;

Fabricates and duplicates keys using manual and automated equipment;

Performs preventive maintenance on locks and access systems to extend equipment life and reduce downtime;

Interprets and applies blueprints, floor plans, and technical drawings to guide lock installations and upgrades;

Ensures compliance with safety codes, ADA requirements, and applicable regulations governing physical security systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of an industry-recognized apprenticeship program in locksmithing AND one year of journey-level experience working as a locksmith.

(Relevant education may substitute for up to six months of the aforementioned experience.)

OR:

Five years of journey-level experience performing locksmith duties OR two years with Pima County as a Trades Maintenance Technician performing locksmith-related work.

(Relevant education may substitute for up to two and one-half years of the aforementioned experience.)

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

Minimum three (3) years experience performing general building construction, carpentry, door/window installation and repair, or building repair and maintenance using carpentry skills.

Minimum one (1) year experience working with door and window lock installation, repair, or maintenance.

Minimum one (1) year experience performing general roof construction, materials installation, repair, and maintenance of roof structures.

Minimum one (1) year locksmith training/experience.

Experience with/knowledge of basic computer programs, e-mail, Excel spreadsheets, work order documents, and reports.

Selection Procedure:

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information:

License and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Some positions require the ability to: lift and carry up to seventy-five pounds; safely operate assigned vehicles and other powered equipment; safely wear required safety clothing/equipment; work with noxious or potentially hazardous chemicals, compounds or products; ascend and descend ladders and stairs to reach and work upon elevated or below-grade work platforms and job sites; differentiate between colors.

Working Conditions: Works in extremes of heat, humidity, dust, and cold. Works in the presence of obnoxious odors. May perform duties at a correctional facility/detention center or other high-security area.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.