City and County of San Francisco

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 9, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Assigns and supervises the work of locksmiths, inspects work during progress and upon completion.

2. Assists in the development and advancement of subordinates through training and effective use of employee development program.

3. Requisitions, receives, inspects and stores equipment and supplies.

4. Confers with building maintenance personnel regarding work to be accomplished.

5. Supervises and participates in the installing and repairing of locks, changing lock combinations, opening or removing locks which cannot be opened by ordinary means; devises and adjusts master key systems and installs and maintains all types of locking devices.

6. May incidentally supervise, inspect and repair or adjust other building hardware such as door checks, latches, panic doors and door closers.

7. Estimates materials and labor costs.

8. Maintains simple work records and reports.

9. Prepares, gathers and maintains records and reports utilizing a computer for data input on work accomplished and materials expended and detailed key codes and records.

10. Investigates accidents and prepares written reports.

11. Drives a motor vehicle to transport equipment and tools to various job sites in the performance of job duties.

12. Interprets, explains and carries out existing methods and procedures pertaining to lock repair and maintenance activities.

13. Makes regular contact with building maintenance personnel, other departments and outside organizations relating to lock repair and maintenance operations.

14. Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge of: the design, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, repair and rebuilding of all types of locks, locking devices, panic door devices and door checks; locksmith tools; key code systems; door hardware specifications; safety procedures and ADA requirements.

Ability to: plan, prioritize, assign, train and review the work activities of subordinate locksmith personnel, including the ability to assist in their professional development through training, coaching and performance evaluation; read blueprints and plans; estimate material and labor costs; write job-related materials such as work reports and records, accident reports, etc.; speak clearly and effectively, give oral instructions, answer questions and explain work-related information to others, listen and elicit information; interact tactfully and effectively with other personnel, representatives of other city departments and the public; safely and legally operate a motor vehicle to visit work sites.

Five years experience as a locksmith, including at least one year experience at the journey level.

Special Requirements:  Possession of a current valid Drive License.  Positions at the Airport may require shift work.