As a Locksmith, you will repair, overhaul, modify, test, and install locking devices and their working interrelationship with monitors, alarms, timing mechanisms, sensors and other related items which make up a complete security or surveillance system. Position is with Public Buildings Service, White House Service Center, located in Washington, DC. We are currently filling two vacancies, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Modifies and reworks locking devices to accomplish special security objectives designed to work in conjunction with other components and equipment to form a complete security or surveillance system. Performs the full installation and repair cycle on commercially manufactured locking devices, as well as reworking of locks to improve or provide new structural or functional capabilities.
Performs preventive maintenance on all security type containers such as safes, vaults, and combination file cabinets by detecting malfunctions of the locking mechanism and at the same time removing and replacing unserviceable locks, or restoring repairable locks to operating condition by disassembling, cleaning, and replacing worn, bent, or broken parts. Makes new keys from duplications, impressions, and key codes from a variety of key blanks.
When a pattern is available, place the pattern inside the key cutting machine and trace a new key according to pattern. When key codes are available, use key combinations in duplicating keys.
When neither pattern key nor code is available, removes cylinder and measures the length of pin tumblers and then manufactures new key by these dimensions or makes the key by impression method, inserting blank key in lock, obtaining impression from the pins, making file cuts and encodes by applying key gauge to the cuts made. If no blanks are available, use a duplicating machine with milling attachments to cut broaches or shoulders to tolerance.
Plans and lays out work from blueprints, sketches, specifications, and work orders. Reviews work order requirements to determine the work sequence and selection and use of trade tools and techniques to be applied.
You will have access to many benefits including: Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans) Life insurance coverage with several options Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan) Transit and child care subsidies Flexible spending accounts Long-term care insurance Training and development
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This position is with Public Buildings Service, General Services Administration.
The posted pay range is $34.71 – $40.55/hr.
This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-09.
There are 2 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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