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Locksmith 

UCI Series Concepts

Class Specifications - G.25
Locksmith Supervisor - 8264
Assistant Supervisor - Locksmith - 8262
Lead Locksmith - 8265
Locksmith - 8266

September, 1986

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SERIES CONCEPT

Locksmiths repair and open locks, make keys, and change lock 
combinations using hand tools and special equipment; plan, install and 
document master key system; disassemble locks and repair or replace worn 
tumblers using file, and insert new or repaired tumblers into lock to 
change combination; cut new or duplicate keys using key cutting machine; 
install, maintain and repair all types of building hardware such as door 
closers, panic bars and the like; and instruct or lead semi-skilled or 
unskilled assistants.

                        CLASS CONCEPTS

Locksmith Supervisor

Under direction, incumbents supervise and coordinate the work of 
Assistant Supervisors, Lead Locksmiths, and Locksmiths.  Incumbents 
typically make hiring selections among job applicants, insure that new 
and existing staff receive proper training; make daily work schedules 
and assignments; review work performed at various stages and upon 
completion; evaluate the performance of subordinate employees; 
recommend or initiate personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, 
and disciplinary measures; and maintain various work records including 
written and oral reports; prepare estimates of manhours, costs and 
materials required.

Assistant Supervisor - Locksmith

Under general supervision, incumbents serve as working supervisors for a 
specific work crew of locksmiths and helpers within the shop (eg: 
construction crew) which may be carrying cut work assignments at a 
number of jobs.  The assigned responsibility for the supervision of 
different work crews within the shop may change frequently depending 
upon changing work priorities.  Incumbents also assist the Supervisor in 
establishing daily job schedules; insure that decisions made regarding 
these priorities are carried out; assist the Supervisor in evaluating 
job performance and may recommend on disciplinary actions as necessary; 
may assist the Supervisor with job estimating.  Incumbents act for the 
Supervisor in his absence.

Lead Locksmith

Under supervision, incumbents serve as work leaders for locksmiths and 
helpers assigned to a specific job.  Incumbents give instructions to 
carry out assigned tasks; may make minor changes in material needs or 
modifications to assigned work due to material delays or other problems; 
communicate work order revisions, material delays or other problems to 
Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor and await further instruction; 
maintain time and material records and perform the full range of job 
duties as outlined in the series concept.

Locksmith

Under supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties as 
outlined in the series concept.

                     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants for positions in the Locksmith Series are expected to possess 
the skills, knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance 
of the duties assigned: to the position.

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