State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Correctional Locksmith (2368CO)

$32.82-$42.70 Hourly / $2,379.28-$3,095.37 BiWeekly /
$62,099.00-$80,789.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a Department of Correction facility or district this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the general repair, maintenance and installation of locking, computerized and mechanical security systems and equipment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of a Correctional Electrical Supervisor, Correctional Maintenance Supervisor or other employee of higher grade.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May lead inmates and other maintenance staff in repairing electrical, computerized, and/or mechanical components of security equipment in a maintenance repair shop.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Performs maintenance, diagnostic assessment, repair and installation of locking, mechanical and computer security equipment including locks, pneumatic locks, electronic keypads, fingerprint locks, gate motors, cell mechanisms, handcuffs, padlocks, electric and/or manual and combination gates; 
  • Repairs, lubricates and opens locks; 
  • Cuts new and duplicate keys; 
  • Changes lock combinations; 
  • Repairs or replaces worn tumblers, springs and other parts; 
  • Maintains and repairs gate and door hinges, openers and closers; 
  • Keeps lock maintenance and key control records of all security equipment as well as location and authorized holder; 
  • Maintains stock of replacement parts, locks and keys; 
  • Maintains stock of back up padlocks, keyed identically to those in use; 
  • Inventories stock and orders and receives parts; 
  • Retains custody of blueprints for institution, all keys for security system and emergency devices to manually unlock cells and gates in event of electric failure; 
  • Maintains highest security for critical materials; 
  • May perform supplemental duties related to other trade disciplines based on experience, knowledge skills and agency needs; 
  • May physically restrain inmates, quell disturbances and otherwise assist custodial forces in emergencies; 
  • May be required to operate a motor vehicle; 
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Considerable knowledge of
    • construction, repair and maintenance of locks and mechanical, computerized and electromechanical security devices; 
    • tools, materials, methods and principles of locksmithing; 
    • correctional security measures; 
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills; 
  • Ability to
    • quickly detect mechanical problems and apply corrective action; 
    • operate and interpret computerized and automated control systems; 
    • maintain records and prepare reports; 
    • read and interpret blueprints and/or diagrams; 
    • perform under stress and remain stable in pressure situations; 
    • detect and diagnose related electrical problems; 
    • weld and perform other peripheral equipment repairs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Experience as a locksmith.

NOTE: Based on an individual’s technical experience, the length of credited service will be determined at the discretion of facility management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  • Two (2) years as a Correction Officer assigned to a full-time training program in the locksmith area may be substituted for the General Experience.
  • Experience performing technical duties within the maintenance trade area on a military base, aircraft carrier or large compound may be may be substituted for the General Experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class must have reached their 18th birthday.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to successfully complete a formal training course in correctional work to develop the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the class.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class.
  • A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to danger of injury or assault by inmates and the danger and discomfort of working with tools of the trade.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Classified/Non-Competitive

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(16)-Labor-Trades, Laundry

BARGAINING UNIT

(08)-CORR OFFICERS (NP-4)

EEO

(4)-Protective Service

SALARY INFORMATION

CO 10

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

This replaces the existing specification for the class of Correctional Locksmith in Salary Group CO 10 approved effective October 13, 2020. (Reviewed for content. Revised to modernize format and add Acknowledgement section) Final No. 24-043

EFFECTIVE DATE

03/08/2024
CLASS: 2368CO; EST: 9/28/1973; REV: 3/11/2024;