Working Title: Locksmith
Job Class: Locksmith
Agency: Administration Dept
Job ID : 97617
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 10/09/2026
Closing Date : 10/29/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Administration Dept / Administration-AFSCME
Division/Unit : Carpentry-Paint Shop
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Capitol complex
Salary Range: $29.65 - $34.16 / hourly; $61,909 - $71,326 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME
Work Area : Lock shop
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This position exists to provide skilled locksmith work on all locks, associated equipment, and key control in a professional manner by providing consistent quality services to ensure clean, safe and environmentally sound buildings, grounds and operations for all clientele. Some of the job duties include: Ensuring security by installing and maintaining locks, cores, and related hardware while providing necessary repairs. Oversee key control and inventory management to safeguard the Capitol Complex, keeping accurate records of issued keys. Plan and implement new locking systems to align with modern security standards. Train backup staff to ensure operational continuity. Collaborate with various teams to support smooth facility management, comply with safety regulations, and execute additional tasks as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicant must meet one of the following requirements:
Certification by the Associated Locksmiths of America as a Registered Locksmith OR
Completion of a locksmith training course (Diploma/Certification), plus two (2) years' experience performing locksmith duties, including rekeying, repairing and maintaining OR
Three (3) years' experience performing locksmith duties, including rekeying, repairing and maintaining locks
And the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to read construction plans, blueprints and specifications sufficient to design and key systems for buildings
Math skills sufficient to estimate labor and material costs for planned projects
Knowledge of master key systems
Must possess a valid class D driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle driving record
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with intelligent key systems.
Experience with security tier key systems.
Experience with electronic key control systems.
Physical Requirements
Successful candidate must pass pre-employment physical. Physical Demands: Work Performance Testing (WPT). Job involves exerting up to 21-35 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 13-21 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 7-10 pounds of force constantly to move or lift objects.
Additional Requirements
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS MUST PASS A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK THROUGH AMERICAN DATABANK, DL CHECK, AND EMPLOYMENT REFERENCE CHECKS. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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