Colorado State University Pueblo is seeking applications for a Structural Trades II - Locksmith.
Job Duties
Maintenance and Repair of mortise, cylindrical lock, and door Hardware
Perform general and routine locking system maintenance functions in all CSU Pueblo buildings and Grounds.
Respond to locksmith and door system work requests phoned into the Facilities Management front desk during normal operating and after hours.
Meet with customers to determine what can and cannot be done within the facility to meet security and code requirements regarding door control changes.
Repair and maintain mortise locks, keys, door closers, and panic hardware, hinges, and strike plates. Repair, maintain and install locks, keys and hardware assemblies on cabinets, desks, filing cabinets and interior mill work.
Calibrate and adjust automatic and hydraulic door actuators, closures, and fire door coordinators in accordance with NFPA and ADA guidelines.
Install, adjust and modify hollow wood, solid wood, and hollow metal and reinforced metal doors as required. Determine door and door hardware requirements per code and regulatory requirements.
Adjust door hinges to allow doors to close properly, adjust door closers to conform to ADA requirements.
General repairs of key cutting machines to include adjustment and calibration of machine to cut correctly.
Making sure work is done properly and to a high standard of excellence.
Making sure that the proper PPE (personal protective equipment) is being used.
Making sure that the job is performed in a journeyman-like professional manner.
Maintenance and Repair of electronic locking systems
Maintain, troubleshoot, repair and install all security electronic locking systems and equipment in compliance with manufacturer's recommendations, local codes, Health department, Joint Commission, and ACA standards. Including both hardware, software and cabling for electronic security door locks and control.
Meet with customers to determine what can and cannot be done within the facility to meet security and code requirements for new construction, modifications, and during equipment breakdowns.
Programing and troubleshooting of proximity and smart card locking systems
Repair and maintain specialized security locking systems which include; electronic locking solenoids, door position switches, security door alarms and related locking electronic hardware.
Making sure work is done properly and to a high standard of excellence.
Making sure that the job is performed in a journeyman-like professional manner.
Staff Training/Equipment Evaluation
Specify and evaluate conventional and electronic equipment used for safety and security of our customers. To include estimates of material list and ordering of parts required for installation of equipment.
Evaluate keying requests for compatibility in key hierarchy.
Perform data input as required to maintain lock system accuracy for all DHS facilities.
Verify core pinning schemes match room locations within buildings and software databases.
Locking protocols to maintain security status within all campus buildings and operations. Coordinate and train locking schemes with all customers.
Trains staff on uses and operations of manual and electronic locking systems.
Architectural Repairs/Other duties as assigned
Perform normal daily duties of the Structural Trades II classification as defined in the staff classification position description.
Complete cosmetic repairs in campus residence halls, academic buildings, and athletic venues.
Perform all work independently at the journeyman level.
Estimate materials, plan usage, install, and repair wall and ceiling systems and surfaces.
Match existing textures and paint colors when applicable by taping and texturing sheetrock and plaster surfaces.
Repair walls and ceilings using like materials and complete/finish painted surfaces.
Estimate, install, and repair vinyl and ceramic wall and flooring systems while ensuring proper preparation and substrates are utilized.
Replace and re-glue vinyl and rubber cove base.
Sand, strip, and stain natural wood finishes.
Complete minor concrete repairs including patching cracks in sidewalks and foundations and sealing interior and exterior building surfaces.
Perform roof maintenance and leak repairs on various roofing and gutter systems.
Assemble furniture and repair office furnishings, as needed.
Hang and anchor building, office, and classroom materials such as equipment, whiteboards, paintings, pictures, and plaques.
Assist other Facilities departments and teams with operational needs, including snow removal.
Work special events and after-hours assignments, including university functions and athletic events, as scheduled.
Report to work without delay, as needed, during delayed operations or campus closures as an essential employee.
Minimum Qualifications
The minimum qualifications for this position are established by the State of Colorado. Per the State criteria, candidates are able to use a year for year exchange in related education for experience.
Experience Only:
Four (4) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years.
Conditions of Employment
Application Instructions
To apply, please visit here.
Applications submitted through NEOGOV will not be accepted. All application materials must be submitted through the linked external posting site.
Salary Range
$50,856 to $71,186
Application Closing Date
Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Applications received by 8:00 AM (MST) on July 14th, 2026, will receive full consideration. Screening of applications will begin only after this deadline is met, and will continue until the position is filled.
About Colorado State University Pueblo
Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 38 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of Business, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health, Education, and Nursing; and 15 graduate programs.
CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution. Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly growing segment of the student population, that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students.
Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of STEM houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100 by U.S. News and World Report. CSU Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and expanded student center.
At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life.
Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
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Medical and prescription insurance
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Dental insurance
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Vision insurance
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Flexible benefit plan
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Basic term life insurance
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Voluntary term life and AD&D lnsurance
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Long-term disability insurance
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Employee assistance program
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Travel accident insurance
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Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
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Annual and sick leave
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Retirement plans
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Employee and dependent tuition discounts
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State employee discounts via BenefitHub
Other incentives include various on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts.
About Pueblo, Colorado
The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air and 300+ days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.
CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.
The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.
Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University's annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.
Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices.
It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodation, please contact the Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX at
[email protected].
All employees of Colorado State University Pueblo (CSU Pueblo) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX (CRC), under the supervision of the Director of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the Discrimination, Protected Class Harassment, and Retaliation policy and the Title IX, Sexual Harassment, and Gender Discrimination policy. All employees are required to report conduct prohibited under this policy, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the CRC and to provide the CRC’s contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX (Policies and Procedures).
