Locksmith - EXAM Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/columbusoh/jobs/newprint/4806321) Apply  Locksmith - EXAM Salary $25.59 - $33.04 Hourly Location Varies by position Job Type Full-time Job Number 25-3507-C1 Department 51 Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Division Recreation and Parks Opening Date 01/28/2025 Closing Date 2/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Definition Under general supervision, is responsible for performing locksmithing work on a variety of locks and access control systems for the City of Columbus; performs related duties as required. Examples of Work (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties that may be performed.) + Installs, services, and maintains a wide variety of mechanical lock systems for City buildings, offices, garages, and other relevant structures; + Installs, services, and maintains office furniture locks and desk locks; + Removes and disassembles a variety of locks to assess the failure of the lock system; + Services, adjusts, repairs, or replaces damaged or broken locks, panic bars, door closers, frames, and hinges as necessary; replaces worn pins, springs, wafers, and other parts; reassembles, installs, and checks for proper operation; + Uses an automatic or manual key machine to cut keys by pattern and by code; + Removes broken keys from locks; + Moves lockpick in cylinder to open door locks without keys; + Sets up and maintains a master key system for City buildings, offices, garages, and other relevant structures; + Maintains inventory control of tools, locks, keys, materials, and supplies ordered and used; + Prepares paperwork such as daily time sheet reports, work order request forms, supply order request forms, cost of time and materials reports, master key system charts, and other related documents; + Meets with department/division representatives and contractors to coordinate lock equipment and access control systems for renovations and new facilities; + Rekeys locks by inserting new or repaired pins, wafers, or springs into lock; + Cleans and adjusts internal mechanisms; + Determines type of lock needed and where it is to be placed; + Cuts or drills opening in selected location to fit lock; + Changes codes on combination locks; + May service, adjust, or replace damaged or broken motion detectors, door contacts, release buttons, electronic strikes, and magnetic locks; + May direct the work of building maintenance workers assisting in the installation of electronic access control systems; + May perform minor building maintenance work when requested. Minimum Qualifications Two (2) years of commercial or industrial locksmithing experience. Possession of a valid driver’s license. Test/Job Contact Information The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create aNEW, OPEN COMPETITIVE, eligible list for this classification. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439. The examination process will consist of a 100% computerized examination covering Locks/Keys/Functions, Tools/Materials/Supplies, Specifications, Master-Keying, Name & Number Comparison, Map Reading, Basic Math, and Microsoft Outlook 2016/2019. The exam is expected to be administered in March. Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time. All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test. The certification process will be: Fixed Band The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Short-term Disability + Life Insurance + Wellness Program + Tuition Reimbursement Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information. 01 Do you have a valid driver's license? + Yes + No 02 Do you have two years of commercial or industrial locksmithing experience? + Yes + No 03 Did you include all of your relevant work experience and job duties that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for the job? If no, return to the "Work" section of this application and add relevant work experience and job duties. Note: A resume' attachment does not substitute for including the relevant information in the "Work" section of this application. + o Yes, I listed every job and job duty in the "Work" section of this application that demonstrates that I meet the minimum experience qualifications for the job. + o No, I do not meet all of the minimum experience qualifications for the job. Required Question Employer City of Columbus Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330 Columbus, Ohio, 43215 Phone (614) 645-8301 Website https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email