Locksmith

Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO) offers building & landscape maintenance, and custodial services to Harvard faculty and departments on a fee-for-service basis. All services are provided in strict accordance with customer-determined standards. As such, FMO operates as an in-house alternative to contractor services and therefore must manage itself under the same principles that guide any successful maintenance service business. 

 

Position Summary: 

The Locksmith is responsible for performing a full range of locksmith services, including installation, maintenance, repair, and modification of mechanical and electronic locking systems. This role also involves the design and management of complex master key systems and ensuring compliance with safety and accessibility standards.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

• Install, repair, maintain, and troubleshoot

• Mechanical and electronic locking systems 

• Cylindrical and mortise locksets 

• Emergency exit devices and egress systems 

• Door closers, operators, and related hardware 

• Vault and safe locking mechanisms 

• Design, implement, and maintain master key systems, including high-security systems 

• Cut and duplicate keys using manual and machine methods 

• Maintain accurate records and logs of key systems and hardware 

• Retrofit and upgrade existing locking and access control systems 

• Collaborate with other trades and facilities staff on projects and repairs 

• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations, ADA requirements, and institutional standards

• Provide responsive, professional customer service

• Performs other duties as required.

Working Conditions:

• Emergency Status Designation: Critical Operations Personnel, requiring on-site support during emergencies as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with heavier loads (300+ lbs) 

• Frequent bending, climbing, reaching, and working in confined spaces 

• Comfortable working at heights (ladders, platforms) 

• Extended periods of walking, standing, and manual labor