Master Locksmith

Job Description:

Position Purpose

Facilities Management is an exceptionally talented team built from a diverse group of individuals who are passionate about providing the highest levels of quality craftsmanship, customer service, and teamwork through sustainable practices and who take pride in supporting the mission of the University and Facilities Management “We Care” principle values.

The purpose of the Master Locksmith position is to provide all-encompassing locksmith services to University properties and the Brown community such as students, faculty and staff. Master Locksmiths must also review and provide recommendations to Brown University’s Design Standards, project hardware selections, and attend construction design reviews pertaining to door and lock schedules and keying needs.

This position is considered essential. Personnel may be required to respond to campus emergencies both during and off shift.

Job Qualifications & Competencies

• Minimum four years of full-time professional experience as a locksmith OR one year of locksmith-specific training and three years of professional locksmithing experience;

• Experience leading and directing others, as needed;

• High School Diploma or GED;

• OSHA 10-Hour certification preferred and must be received within three-months of employment. Certification must be maintained annually;

• Excellent computer skills, specifically using software such as: Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word); Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs); CMMS/IWMS (work order) systems; key management & database software;

• Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools, software, and practices through training and learning opportunities;

• Must possess excellent communication skills and an ability to interact in a positive manner with the entire campus community via phone, email, and in-person;

• Ability to prioritize work of competing urgency and importance and successfully see jobs through to completion.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment screenings.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-06-28

Job Posting Title:

Master Locksmith

Department:

Facilities Management and Campus Operations

Grade:

Facilities Union Rates

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type :

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.