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Hiring Unit:
South-West sector Operations & Locksmiths (Downtown)

Position Summary:

Under the direction of immediate supervisor installs, repairs, replaces and services various types cylinders. Installs, repairs, replaces and services a variety of door hardware. Makes keys for various types of locks.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Reads and interprets plans, drawings and specifications.
• Prepares and works on various materials. Submits to his immediate superior, for approval, requisitions for material and equipment.
• Installs, repairs, replaces and services locks and various security measures. Installs, verifies and services cylinders, etc.
• Installs, repairs and services springs, cylinders, hinges, etc. Repairs and services door-springs and, on occasion, will install these, etc.
• Makes keys for various types of locks and distributes them to users.
• As per procedure, keeps a record of keys in order to meet security measures.
• Operates and/or transports, regulates and adjusts machinery, tools and appropriate materials. Sees to their upkeep and to the upkeep of his area.
• On occasion, will drive a motorized vehicle.
• When need arises, informs his immediate superior of all abnormalities or defects and/or takes appropriate measures.
• Temporarily accomplishes, when required, the duties of a similar or inferior position.

This list of above-mentioned duties is a summary of what is expected. It is not a complete and detailed list of duties performed by the employee. However, duties not listed will not affect evaluation of this position.

Qualifications:
Must be bonded and have five (5) years related experience and Locksmith Agent issued by Bureau de la securité privée. English and French functional spoken and read.

As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:

• Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
• Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
• Competitive vacation policy
• Two (2) personal days
• Two (2) floating holidays
• Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
• Paid time off over the December holiday period
• Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
• Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 3 on a scale of 0-4.

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