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Req Id: 41208
Job Title: Senior Locksmith
City: West Lafayette
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What You'll be Doing:
Install hardware in wood and metal doors, cabinets, desk drawers, cases, and similar fixtures, including locks, closers, knobs, thumb turns, and panic hardware. Work from blueprints or develop drawings as needed. Cut door pockets, drill holes, and fit and test locks and other hardware. Perform lock pinning, keying, key system generation, re-keying operations, and key-making. Reset safe combinations and perform repairs as needed. Disassemble and repair various locks, including padlocks, combination locks, deadbolts, safes, and door locks. Shorten steel and wooden doors and reset or repair thresholds using expansion anchors and cement drills. Install doors and frames. Open broken locks or locks for which keys are unavailable using specialized lock tools. Train and assist lower-level locksmiths. Overtime may be required. The position requires carrying a pager and being subject to 24-hour callback.
The typical work schedule for this position is Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Apply Today!
Join a team that keeps Purdue University’s campus running smoothly and looking its best year-round, and enjoy a benefits package designed for you and your family:
Paid Time Off – Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leave
Retirement Contributions – Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual income
Educational Opportunities – Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global.
Comprehensive Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
Life Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved ones
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience
Qualified Candidates Will Need:
High School Diploma/GED
5+ years of locksmith experience
Locksmith certification and University locksmith experience preferred
Skills Needed:
Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with supervisor, co-workers and customers
Must have ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and able to read and interpret blueprints
Strong mechanical aptitude
Knowledge of the relevant equipment, machines and tools is required to promote security and protection of people, data and property
Must be able to install equipment to meet appropriate standards
Attention to detail
Basic computer skills and a familiarity with word processors and spreadsheets
Must be able to lift and carry 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 lbs. or more occasionally
Exposure to adverse conditions, including hot and cold temperatures, loud noise, machinery, moving parts, sharp objects, low voltage electricity and steam pipes and tunnels
Valid driver’s license is required
What We’d Like You To Know:
To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
Career Stream
Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 3
Pay Band: S050
Job Code: 20004056
Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/
Who We Are
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Purdue University is an EA/EO employer.
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Posting Start Date: 3/12/26
