The Structural Specialist CL2 – Locksmith performs on-going maintenance, repair and upgrading of all lock-sets on campus, including both interior and exterior locks on all campus buildings.  The position is responsible for all components within the doorframe – the door and other hardware (locks, hinges, door openers and closers, etc.). The types of locks vary from tumbler, pneumatic and electronic to panic hardware and handicap actuators. The Locksmith performs installation work to include the physical and programmatic tasks associated with the lock and door work and is expected to have an understanding of the keying hierarchy of the keying system from great-grand masters to single door access keys. The incumbent will also be responsible for gaining the skills and performing the work of a carpenter as this work relates to door and lock installation. This temporary position pays $19.98/hr.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Makes keys.
• Oils, repairs and replaces locks, hinges, door openers and closers.
• Operates hand and power tools associated with the locksmith trade.
• Rekeys locks.
• Performs carpentry work incidental to locksmithing.
• Issues keys as directed and records issuance of keys.
• Orders supplies and maintains inventory, subject to annual budget.
• Works with Campus PD and Campus Departments to ensure security of all community facilities.
• Maintains online inventory and information
• Works with card readers
• Monitors and troubleshoots assigned systems; processes and responds to work orders to ensure progress, safety, and/or compliance with operational policies and procedures.
• Maintains and repairs assigned equipment as needed; performs ongoing maintenance checks to determine need and ensure operational safety.
• Maintains a variety of operational records, logs, and reports.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. 

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here.

Employees in the University of Maine System are required to comply with UMS COVID protocols which currently include, but are not limited to, being vaccinated, obtaining a qualified vaccination exemption, and/or participating in regular COVID testing. Further information can be found here.

Required:

• 3 years experience working in the locksmith field.
• Drivers license
• Customer service principles;
• Safety principles;
• Equipment use and troubleshooting;
• Basic inventory principles.
• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
• Performing manual labor;
• Ability to understand Material Safety Data Sheets;
• Ability to pass required safety training;
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Positions in this class typically require: Ability to perform physical activities that require talking, hearing, seeing and considerable and repetitive use of arms and legs and moving entire body, such as reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, climbing, lifting, bending, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Heavy work: The ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Lifting and exerting forces more than 50 pounds requires assistance by other employee(s) or mechanical assistance. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, wetness, humidity, fire, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, difficult driving conditions, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises and travel.

Preferred:

• 5 or more years experience
• Certified Locksmith

Materials must be submitted via "Apply For Position" below. You will need to create a profile and application; upload:

1.) a resume with contact information for three professional references

You will also need to submit the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status forms. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Jodi Munster at jodi.munster@maine.edu or 207-581-2720.

Appropriate background checks and a post offer physical are required.

The University of Maine is an EEO/AA employer, and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran’s status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Amie Parker, Interim Director of Equal Opportunity, 101 North Stevens Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME  04469-5754, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).