Working Title: Locksmith Senior

State Role Title: Trades Technician III

Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Business Services

Department: 100238 - Lock Shop E&G

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $48,000-$50,000

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 1/5/2026

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At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

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General Information:

James Madison University’s Facilities Management has an opening for a Locksmith Senior. This position will support and maintain a Great Grand Master Locking System that will give the greatest amount of security to all areas of JMU.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•Duplicating and creating key bittings to operate a diverse number of locking devices
•Repairing of locking devices and related hardware
•Changing bitting requirements of locking devices
•Responding to emergency lockouts/ins of rooms, offices, equipment and vehicles
•Providing code system security and integrity
•Maintaining of files and records
•Conducting maintenance of shop equipment and work areas
•Taking courses offered by JMU’s Office of Information Technology when needed. This may include computer classes that aid in development of automated recordkeeping

Qualifications:

Required
•Knowledge of operations for a variety of locking systems, locks and related hardware
•Knowledge of space and depths requirement for a variety of lock manufacturers while keeping within the maximum and minimum bitting requirements
•Skilled in the use of key duplicating equipment, key code machine, extracting equipment, grinder, deburring tools and related lock service and repair equipment
•Having good manual dexterity
•Ability to temporarily work another shift based on business needs
•Ability to cover required rotating on call responsibilities
•Ability to demonstrate professionalism to promote positive customer service
•Valid Driver’s License

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

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We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

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