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Locksmith - 40 Hours

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Prince George, BC
CA$38/hour
Senior Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Medical Service Plan
Extended Health Care
Group Life Insurance

About the role

School District No. 57 is seeking a motivated individual with a good work ethic for a fulltime position of Locksmith. The position is responsible for performing the installation, servicing, repairing of lock sets and door hardware and record keeping of locking/keying systems for over 50 buildings. The qualified candidate will have a locksmith Certificate of Qualification and a minimum of five years’ experience performing the duties of a locksmith. Applicants with less than the required five years of experience may be considered.

We offer a competitive wage and benefit package including:

  • Medical Service Plan
  • Extended Health Care
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Pension Plan
  • Professional Development

Interested candidates are required to submit an application package including:

  • A cover letter highlighting your readiness for the position.
  • A resume outlining your education background and experience.
  • 3 professional references.
  • Copies of relative certification and coursework.

**TITLE:******Locksmith - 40 hours

**DEPARTMENT:******Facility Services

**REPORTS TO:******Supervisor – General Trades

SUMMARY:

With minimal direction the locksmith performs the installation, maintenance, repair and record keeping of locking/keying systems. The locksmith works cooperatively with other employees, and the public.

**DUTIES: **

  • Recommends, establishes and maintains master keying systems for new and existing sites.
  • Maintains and keeps accurate records of all district locking/keying systems.
  • Prepares estimates for labour and material costs associated with projects, utilizing provided data.
  • Issues keys and maintains records of keys issued and returned.
  • Prepares door and hardware schedules.
  • Repairs, adjusts, services and installs lock sets and door hardware.
  • Orders parts and material as required.
  • Reports work completed including time and materials used.
  • Advises and assists other employees as appropriate.
  • Maintains a clean, safe work environment.
  • Performs other maintenance related or emergent duties.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, SKILLS:

  • Completion of Grade 12
  • Valid provincial certificate of qualification as a Locksmith Journeyperson
  • Minimum five (5) years experience performing the duties of a locksmith.
  • Thorough knowledge of Master Keying systems, door closures and associated hardware.
  • Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License.
  • Knowledge of health and safety procedures, including Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System and WorkSafe BC regulations.
  • Knowledge of building, fire and electrical codes to determine compliance.
  • Intermediate knowledge of computerized systems.
  • Experience in construction an asset.
  • Ability to plan and schedule work and organize the workload effectively.
  • Competent in the use and care of tools and equipment common to this trade.
  • Ability to maintain close attention to detail.
  • Ability to use courtesy and tact in the explanation of and discussion of information in contact with students, suppliers and other staff.
  • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to perform individually and as part of a team.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED (Locksmith)

Hand tools, power tools, air tools, truck, and other locksmith's equipment.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

  • Sufficient vision to perform duties of a locksmith.
  • Fundamental ability to use the tools and equipment of the trade.
  • Physical ability to perform all duties of the trade.

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Posted On

April 12, 2026

Closing Date & Time

Ongoing

Openings

1


Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

ECE, EA and Support Staff

City

Prince George

School/Location

Facility Services

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Salary

$38.18

Employment Start Date

March 19, 2026

Mandatory Document

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

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