Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

As a Locksmith in GRAND PRAIRIE, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. The Locksmith is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining
locks and security systems, as well as making keys and managing key systems. 

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $28.37 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Open, repair, install, and reset the combination of locks and safes
• Duplicate and fit keys, install, repair, and perform maintenance of various electromechanical locks and safes
• Routine maintenance on locking devices, including the replacement of parts as well as the repair and
fabrication of parts to ensure the continued security that the locking device provides
• Work independently or with others to install and maintain door hardware, including panic hardware, latch
bolts, doorknobs, handles, mechanical cipher locks, electric locks, and other related items
• Decode and open locks by use of lock picking tools, disassembly, or other methods used to repair worn or
broken parts
• Work with different key variations such as master, sub-master, and service keys
• Establish new key systems within the guidelines of the existing master key chart
• Establish high-security key systems for sensitive areas that cannot be duplicated
• Maintain classified materials safes and vaults, including changing the combination and drilling of safes due to
lost combos or malfunctions
• Read and interpret various lock diagrams and blueprints
• Set up and operate key duplicating and code machines and their accessories

Minimum Requirements:

•  High school diploma or equivalent, or a minimum of five (5) years of work experience
• Possess, or be able to obtain:
  • - Professional Locksmith certification
  • - GSA Authorized Safe and Vault Technician and Inspector certification
• Post offer, must be able to obtain a clearance commensurate with site requirements
• Post hire, successful completion of Lenel/Software class
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Why Join Us:

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.