- Pay
- $21.96–32.94/hr
- Where
- Thomas O Price Service Center
- Level
- Mid
Posting Close Date
Applicants must submit their completed application by 11-08-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST Application and Special Instructions
As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to upload and attach an updated resume at the time of application. Applications received that do not contain an attached resume will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process. Resumes received after the application closing date will not be considered.
This position requires successful completion of the following pre-employment requirements.
• Basic Physical
• 50 lb. Lift Test
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Must obtain LenelS2 Training and Access Control Certification within 12 months of hire and must maintain certification throughout employment of this position.
INTERVIEW INFORMATION:
In person interviews will be held the week of November 16, 2026.
Recruiter contact information: If you have any questions, please contact Andrew Brownell at GSD_HR@tucsonaz.gov. The Locksmith position at the City of Tucson’s General Services Department installs, repairs, and maintains locks and security systems, ensuring the safety and security of city owned facilities. This position provides services to departments and employees throughout the city including key duplication, rekeying, badge access, and emergency lockouts.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Carpentry Supervisor. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reviews assigned work orders daily, plans efficient driving route and gathers various required materials from lock shop to complete multiple work orders. Addresses employee key or lock issues at lock shop counter by assigning badge access, new keys, and by replacing keys. Documents and assigns keys to employees as requested by departments and ensures key return upon employee separation from the city. Assigns keys temporarily to assigned personnel for scheduled projects and ensures return of keys daily. Documents and assigns badge access to employees through computer programming system, ensuring the appropriate level of access, location and time are issued based on their position and work order request.
Creates, tests and documents unique pin patterns to build locks for assigned city locations as needed. Creates and maintains original keys, documenting key patterns to create duplicate or replacement keys as needed. Provides enhanced security without the need for lock replacement by rekeying existing locks to work with new keys. Utilizes various electronic key machines to cut and program high security city vehicle keys. Replaces blades and recalibrates key machines and repairs key making equipment as needed.
Installs, maintains and repairs door hardware, including door closures, windows, safes, and other security devices at various city managed locations and facilities, replacing parts as needed to maintain functionality and security. Repairs and makes adjustments to door pressure, panic bars, closures, and hinges to ensure compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards and guidelines.
Programs keyless entry systems throughout the city including keypad locks, badge access systems and biometric locks. Designs, builds, and implements master key systems in online security access program that provides multiple levels of access within a city building or property. Wires, programs and installs keyless entry systems including keypad locks, badge access units, and biometric locks at assigned locations, ensuring compliance with ADA standards and guidelines.
Provides consultations to departments, trades, and project managers for security system installations, advising them on selecting appropriate locks and security solutions for their requirements. Collaborates with other departments and trades on projects requiring badge access units, ensuring installations are completed in correct order and to ensure electrical cables reach the badge…