Locksmith

San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Locksmith
Posting Number: 2026746

Location: San Marcos

Department: DHRL Administration

Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Monthly Salary: $3791.67

Job Category: Non-Exempt

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of lock and key mechanics, equipment, and systems.
• Experience as a Locksmith or cutting keys.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience installing, repairing, and maintaining commercial locks, automatic doors, exit devices, and other locking devices on all types of doors, gates, key watchers, and other equipment.
• Experience with electronic key controls.
• Performs installation, maintenance, inspection, modification, retrofitting, and repair of electronic locks, delayed egress devices, and Access Control systems.
• Locksmith license of certification.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to receive, respond, and follow through with written and verbal work-related instructions and requests from supervisors, customers, and co-workers.

Job Description:

The locksmith will perform the work required to maintain, repair, install, and operate doors and locks of the mechanical and electronic variety to ensure the safety and security of the residence halls and apartments managed and operated by the Department of Housing and Residential Life.

Job Duties:

Safety and Security:

• Install, repair, and pin commercial cylinder cores to operate within an established master key system.
• Use PDA to change lock codes as needed. Respond to emergencies to repair broken locks.
• Analyze computer-generated work orders and prioritize repairs. Use troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques to perform maintenance, repairs, system identification, and equipment malfunctions. Work with key software.
• Communicate with supervisor, staff, and residents. Complete and submit paperwork to your supervisor at the end of each day.
• Ensure all inventory items are signed out and accounted for daily. Sign and close out all completed work orders daily with a description of the work performed.
• Serve as part of the call rotations for after-hours emergencies.

Special Projects:

• Assisted in installing and repairing door access systems, including door management alarms, card readers, electric strikes, electrified exit devices, delayed egress devices, and door contacts.
• Transport equipment and supplies as needed to perform routine preventive maintenance and/or repairs.
• Promote professional development of self and all staff to improve knowledge and skills through ongoing training and workshops, including monthly safety training.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants:

This position requires driving University vehicles.

Job Open Date: 08/24/2026

Job Close Date: 09/07/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58228“”>https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58228

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9782914“”>https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58228 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

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