Locksmith Technician I - Access Control

A Locksmith Technician will be responsible for working alongside Access Control Supervisors or Project Managers as needed, and to receive training in all Locksmithing practices utilized by the University. No previous experience in the field is required, but teachability and a good attitude towards work that can be tedious is necessary for this job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Reports to work at the required time and meets with the Lead Locksmith to receive instructions for the day.

· Will work alongside other members of the Locksmith Team to receive training.

· Must complete all necessary safety training.

· Must be willing to go through extensive training on cutting keys and pinning/installing cores.

· Must learn how to properly educate other departments in Access Control's policies and procedures.

· Must learn how to properly educate other departments in the proper use of keys and hardware.

· Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's mission.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS
Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required. Certifications obtained while employed by Liberty University at the expense of the employer will be reimbursed back to the University upon voluntary termination (resignation) for the first 12 months after acquiring it.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB
Communication and Comprehension

· Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.

· Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.

· Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates.

· Strong organizational skills.

· Ability to learn and utilize needed computer programs.



Problem Solving

· Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

· Regularly required to travel to and from off campus locations.

· Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.

· Required to be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move around campus for extended periods.

· Required to be able to use and climb ladders.

· Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.

· Must be able to lift 50+ pounds and perform duties of the Access Control trade. Indoor and outdoor in typical Virginia Climate.

· Must be able to work on weekends, holidays, and flexible daily hours as well as various evening hours when needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled and/or construction space setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate.
Driving Requirements

Use of a Liberty University vehicle is required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver's license, and an acceptable DMV record, is required.