Locksmith at University of Alberta, Edmonton

AI Summary

The University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta, is seeking a Journeyperson Locksmith. This role involves providing essential security services, managing high-security keying systems, and ensuring a safe environment for the university community. Key requirements include a Journeyperson Locksmith certificate, five years of institutional locksmith experience, and a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s licence. This position is crucial for maintaining campus safety and security across the university's Edmonton campuses.

About the Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated Journeyperson Locksmith to join the esteemed University of Alberta, located in vibrant Edmonton, Alberta. This in-person position has a term length of one year plus one day, offering a chance to contribute significantly to the safety and security of a large academic institution. The successful locksmith will be legally required to be security-audited and registered with Alberta Justice and the Solicitor General, underscoring the critical nature of this role in safeguarding the university community. Your expertise will be vital in providing continuous services, including participation in a rotating standby schedule, to address emergency situations such as lost keys, break-ins, and vandalism promptly. This role is integral to fostering a secure environment for students, faculty, and staff across the University of Alberta's campuses. The Office of the Vice-President, University Services, Operations and Finance, which oversees this role, is committed to delivering integrated services that support the university's mission and ensure a thriving, high-performing environment. This position plays a direct part in maintaining the operational foundation that supports the University of Alberta’s academic and research mission, impacting a fascinating cross-section of people and contributing to a healthier, safer, stronger, and more just world.

Key Responsibilities and Qualifications

As a Journeyperson Locksmith at the University of Alberta, your responsibilities will encompass a broad range of security services designed to maintain a safe and secure environment. This includes installing high-security lock systems, deadlocks, and keyless entry mechanisms, as well as expertly repairing, replacing, or adjusting damaged components of doors, such as closers, hinges, and electric release mechanisms. A significant aspect of this role involves changing lock key combinations by inserting new pins and designing complex master key systems for various end users affiliated with the university. The management and maintenance of high-security keying systems for private organizations connected to the University of Alberta also fall under this position’s purview, ensuring comprehensive safety protocols are upheld. To be successful in this vital locksmith role, candidates must possess a Grade 12 High School diploma or equivalent, coupled with a Journeyperson Locksmith certificate. A supervisory safety course is also required, along with at least five years of institutional locksmith experience. Furthermore, applicants must hold a valid Alberta Class 5 (non-GDL) driver’s licence and be able to provide a recent copy of a three-year driver’s abstract with no more than six demerits or two moving violations within the last two years. The University of Alberta offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, reflecting its commitment to employee well-being. The university is dedicated to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process, welcoming applications from all qualified persons who can contribute to a diverse and vibrant community.