Locksmith - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

Verified Company

London, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Classification & Regular Hours:

Hours per Week: 40

Hourly Rate:
$33.70

About Western:

Considered Canada's most beautiful University, Western's main campus spans 400 acres of Gothic-style buildings mixed with modern LEED-certified capital structures providing an idyllic environment for our community of scholars.

The university is located in London, Canada, a safe, vibrant and welcoming community of more than 350,000 people serving as a regional medical and industrial hub for southwestern Ontario.

About Us:

Facilities Management fosters safe, inclusive and vibrant environments that inspire community engagement, life-bettering research and the pursuit of academic excellence.

Facilities Management is responsible for the planning, development, engineering, construction, operation, maintenance and stewardship of all the buildings, infrastructure, sites and services within Western's campus community.

FM departments include the AVP's office, Facilities Development & Engineering, Power Plant, Business Operations, Sustainability, Building Services, Facilities Operations and Parking & Visitor Services.

Our integrated team provides exceptional service in creating and maintaining Western's facilities and in serving the community.

Responsibilities:

The Locksmith will perform skilled locksmith work associated with key and lock systems, electronic and non-electronic hardware systems and other related systems.

Qualifications:

Education:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
Locksmith Program Certificate/Diploma
Certified and Registered Locksmith (259L) as recognized by the Skilled Trades Ontario (or Provincial/Territorial equivalent) preferred
Maintenance of a valid Ontario Driver's License
Maintenance of a current First Aid Certificate including CPR

Experience:

At least 3 years of construction and/or maintenance experience working as a Locksmith in a large commercial, industrial or institutional setting.
Productspecific training provided by certified installers of keying and hardware (e.g. Allegion Products (electrical and mechanical), ASSA Products (electrical and mechanical) and Medeco Master Keying Systems)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Comprehensive knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the locksmith trade
Indepth understanding of tools, equipment, principles, materials, and terminology associated with the locksmith trade
Basic understanding of other positions within Facilities Management with which you interact
Comprehensive knowledge in the current versions of all applicable legislation, regulations, codes and standards
Ability to investigate, identify, analyze and document information in written or electronic form and resolve problems
Ability to meet physical demands of the role including to lift and transport materials, bend, excavate, climb and reach repetitively
Solid interpersonal skills to work well in a team environment as well as autonomously with mínimal supervision
Ability to work in confined spaces or in areas containing designated substances found within OH&S Act as required, with ability to perform tasks effectively in emergency situations
Ability to interpret and work from electronic/written operation instruction sheets as well as mechanical electrical and geographical drawings/maps and produce quicksketch working diagrams
Comprehensive electronic, oral and written communication skills including ability to listen fully and respond courteously to instructions, questions and comments
Dependable and cooperative disposition, with ability to establish a rapport with customer, leaders and peers
Ability to interact with others in positive ways which develop mutual understanding, respect and productive relationships
Organizational skills to order work materials, tools, and support staff in the shop and on the job site

Union Statement:

Background Checks:

Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce a current police information record check(s) from a police service prior to commencing employment.

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.