Trades Specialist - Locksmith, Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, P28341

Duties Description As a Trades Specialist - Locksmith periodically performs maintenance tasks in assisting other journey level workers in the maintenance force. They are characterized by the full-time performance of all repair, maintenance, installation and record keeping activities concerning locking mechanisms at a State facility. In this capacity, incumbents use a variety of small hand and bench tools to repair and install locks, set lock cylinders, change lock combinations, manufacture parts of lock mechanisms and open jammed locks.

Also, characteristic of this class are activities concerned with estimating materials needed, and establishing and maintaining extensive lock and key record systems, repair of locks to include locking mechanism from doors, gates, cabinets, etc. and installs and maintains the lock and key system for the facility. May perform carpentry tasks related to lock and key system such as installing doors, windows, door checks and sash fitting at facility as necessary.

Glazes windows as necessary. Estimates materials needed for these functions. Job

• Working knowledge of methods, material, tools and equipment used in the craft or crafts to which assigned.
• Working knowledge of applicable standards and plumbing and electrical code regulations.
• Working knowledge of the rules and regulations of the facility governing the activities of State wards.
• Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment and material of the craft or crafts to which assigned.
• Ability to train and supervise others.
• Ability to plan and lay out work and diagnose problems.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, diagrams, architectural blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

• Four (4) years of full-time experience in locksmithing under a skilled journey level locksmith which would provide training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program. Apprenticeship training in servicing and repairing locks and related building hardware or training gained by completion of technical courses in locksmithing at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs Background checks will be required. Additional Comments: This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $4,150.