Top 16 Locksmith Jobs in North Carolina

Advanced Locksmith Level 1
North Carolina State University —Raleigh, NC
- $36,467 - $68,232 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Locksmith II
The Keith Corporation —Durham, NC
- $28 - $32 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 3 years
MNT-LOCKSMITH
Guilford County Schools —Greensboro, NC
- From $16.38 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- CDL A
- Entry level
Locksmith Technician (experienced)
Busse's Lock Service —Raleigh-Durham, NC
- $55,000 - $72,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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TechFlow, Inc. —Jacksonville, NC
- $30.50 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Locksmith
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools —Charlotte, NC
- From $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Lead Locksmith Technician
FlyLock Security Solutions - Greensboro —Greensboro, NC
- $50,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Basic math
- English
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Door Hardware & Locksmith Technician (Locksmith I/II); Facilities, Real Estate, and Planning
Wake Forest University —Winston-Salem, NC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Clean driving record
- English
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The Flying Locksmiths - Costal Carolinas —Calabash, NC
- $39,000 - $46,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Advanced Locksmith Level 1

North Carolina State University -
Raleigh, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$36,467 - $68,232 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Customer communication
Research
Delegation

Full Job Description

Job Posting Information

Posting Number

PG194966SP

Internal Recruitment

Working Title

Advanced Locksmith Level 1

Anticipated Hiring Range

$52,000 - $54,921

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Building Maintenance & Operations

About the Department

The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:

Design & Construction
Business Operations
Campus Operations and Maintenance
Campus Planning and Strategic Investment

Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.

Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Programs
Disability Plans
Life Insurance
Accident Plan
Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
12 Holidays Each Year
Tuition and Academic Assistance
And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The Advanced Locksmith Level 1 plays a critical role in supporting campus safety, security, and access control by providing advanced technical expertise, project leadership, and operational support for locksmith services across campus. In this role, you will help ensure NC State facilities remain secure and functional by applying your knowledge of locksmith systems, construction coordination, and campus standards to deliver high-quality service to our campus partners.

As an Advanced Locksmith Level 1, you will lead and mentor technicians, manage complex and high-priority projects, and oversee hardware specifications, installation, and system compliance. You will review construction plans, develop accurate cost estimates, coordinate project timelines, and ensure timely completion of work orders while maintaining alignment with University standards and expectations.

If you are ready to apply your technical expertise, lead impactful projects, and contribute to a safe and secure campus environment, we encourage you to apply today.

Key Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

Serve as a technical expert, guiding, directing, and coaching journey and contributing level technicians on application and installation techniques.
Research critical information, including key bittings array, construction documents, and guidelines.
Understand and apply Simple K enrollment process and procedures.
Demonstrate the ability to review and verify construction plans and hardware specifications according to University specifications and construction guidelines.
Proficiently work with hardware specification take-offs.
Handle project management tasks with a working knowledge of processes and timelines.
Provide cost estimates and proposals for work, which includes evaluating and researching necessary requirements from vendor sources.
Monitor and track all orders to ensure timely completion.
Assist the supervisor in developing timelines and milestones by identifying critical and less critical activities.
Allocate appropriate resources and time for the completion of one’s own work and that of the team, avoiding scheduling conflicts.
Communicate effectively with customers regarding the necessary scope of work.
Lead and generally oversee journey-level technicians, ensuring that both Journey and contributing level technicians have sufficient resources to complete jobs.
Maintain clear verbal and written communication with supervisors, team members, and the public.
Lift, carry, and maneuver materials weighing 30–60 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Perform tasks requiring standing for extended periods, working in confined spaces, and utilizing various tools. Safely climb and work from different types of ladders to access elevated or below-grade areas (such as roofs, above-ceiling spaces, and utility pits). Be exposed to and work in areas where insects or small animals are occasionally present. All essential tasks must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

Other Responsibilities

Serves as essential personnel for the University. This requires maintaining on-call availability and reporting to work during adverse weather or alternate campus schedules. Responsibilities include assisting with snow and ice removal as directed.
Manages all continuing education requirements and ensures the timely renewal of professional locksmith licenses.
Oversees special projects and administrative assignments as delegated by the supervisor; performs other duties as assigned to support department goals.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Optional Guidelines: Experience in the Trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Extensive experience as a locksmith, preferably in an institutional setting, but not mandatory.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
Familiarity with AiM work order systems is a plus, but not required.
Membership in the Associated Institutional Locksmith Association/and or recognized industry organization is preferred.
Certified Journey Level Certification and/or Fire Door Inspector Certification is advantageous but not mandatory.

Required License or Certification

Current North Carolina locksmith license, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire, and must be maintained.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.

Valid NC Driver's License required

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

05/22/2026

Earliest Close Date- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

05/29/2026

Notice to Applicants

Special Instructions

If you upload a resume, please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history that is listed on your resume

Position Details

Position Number

00040779

Position Type

SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Facility Maintenance Technician - Building Trades

Position Classification Band Level

Advanced

Position Classification Salary Range

$ 36,467 - $ 68,232

Salary Grade Equivalency

GN09

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.00

Appointment

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Other - Adverse Weather, Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Time Limited Position

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id

445030 - Building Maintenance & Operations

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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