Careers at the University of Massachusetts Lowell

General Summary of Position:

Incumbents of positions in this series install lock devices in doors, desks, office equipment and other units; repair locking devices and replace worn parts; make alterations in mechanisms; change lock combinations: trouble shoot locks: and perform related work as required. The basic purpose of this work is to install, repair, replace locks and locking devices and make keys.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• HS Diploma or GED/equivalent
• Driver’s License Required
• Applicants must have at least five years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in locksmithing work

Additional Considerations:

• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in the repair of locks or lock assembles
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in installing locks or lock assembles
• Knowledge of the types and uses of small hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, chisels, drills, Files, picks, etc.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of precision measuring equipment and devices such as calipers, levels, rulers, squares, etc.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques used in making and cutting keys
• Knowledge of the characteristics and properties of a wide variety of metals and alloys
• Skills in using precision measuring equipment and devices such as calipers, levels, rulers, squares, etc.
• Skill in using small hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, chisels, drills, files, picks, etc.
• Skill in the methods and techniques of making and outing keys
• Ability to perform arithmetic computations
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to establish rapport with others
• Ability to deal tactfully with others
• Ability to read and interpret such documents as plans, specifications, blueprints, etc.
• Ability to exercise direction in handling confidential information
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to follow oral instructions

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Only Internal (MTA - Maintenance & Trades Bargaining Union) candidates will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.

This is an MTA - Maintenance & Trades Bargaining Union position, Grade 15 - Step 1 $1,834.35 – Step 14 $2,575.47 bi-weekly.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.              

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.  Names and contact information for three professional references will be requested at the time of application.