Start Your Locksmith Career 

University of New Hampshire Facilities Services seeks a motivated individual to join our team as a Locksmith. If you're looking for a career where you'll develop specialized skills that are in high demand, we'd love to hear from you.

No prior locksmith experience necessary. We are willing to train the right candidate. 

This opportunity provides paid training, mentorship, long-term career path, excellent benefits, and the chance to learn a highly specialized trade.

What You'll Learn

• Mechanical and commercial locksmithing

• Key cutting and key systems

• Master keying

• Lock installation, repair, and troubleshooting

• Door hardware installation and adjustment

• Exit devices and panic hardware

• Electronic and electrified locking hardware

• Access control fundamentals

• Fire door and code compliance

• Safe and professional lock opening techniques

Professional Development

UNH is committed to investing in employee growth. Training opportunities include:

• Hands-on mentoring from experienced locksmiths

• Industry training through leading manufacturers

• Opportunities to earn industry certifications

• Ongoing training to stay current with evolving security hardware and technology

Why Join UNH?

• Paid, on-the-job training

• Stable, full-time employment

• Excellent USNH benefits package

• Free tuition benefit

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

• Work with experienced Facilities professionals across campus

• Be part of a team that supports the safety and security of the university community

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license and DOT medical card (if applicable based on assigned vehicle weight).

• At least one year of locksmith experience or related skill set

• Experience with the function, and repair of locks, cylinders doors, and hardware.

• Experience with the shimming, and planing of doors.

• Carpentry experience

• Knowledge of applicable codes/ordinances.

• Knowledge of methods, tools and hazards of the trade.

• Ability to inspect equipment, determine malfunction and make necessary repairs.

• Knowledge and ability to use computers, tablets, smart phones, and software systems to perform work duties.

• Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job, including heavy work with exposure to inclement weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.

• Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary.

• Solid interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and written, to effectively communicate with customers, team members, contractors and supervisors.

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Applicant instructions:

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:

• Resume/CV

• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Compensation Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

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