Locksmith
Job Description
Spherion Gainesville, FL seeks a Locksmith to manage and maintain all door hardware, locks, and physical security. Supports the Carpentry department with light assignments as needed. Let’s get to work!
Position Type: Temp to Hire
Location: Gainesville, FL
Schedule: FT, M-F (Shifts vary)
Salary: $18/hr to $20/hr DOE
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Responsibilities
Position Type: Temp to Hire
Location: Gainesville, FL
Schedule: FT, M-F (Shifts vary)
Salary: $18/hr to $20/hr DOE
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Responsibilities
- Repair, replace, and install doors, hardware, and locks.
- Provide lock and hardware strategy recommendations to project managers, and across the campus.
- Coordinate work orders with contractors, the Lead Locksmith, and carpenters.
- Procure locks, doors, and hardware.
- Design and manage the campus key system hierarchy (commercial and state institutional master key systems).
- Maintain accurate database for hardware, locks, keys, and doors.
- Collaborate with suppliers for technical support, warranty issues, and staff training.
- Ensure ADA and Florida Building Code compliance for hardware, locks, and doors.
- Assist the carpentry shop with event setup, roof/window/door maintenance, and other light carpentry tasks.
- Adhere to all recognized safety practices and standards.
- Assist other trades as needed.
- Comply with all rules, procedures, and governing laws and regulations.
- Provide courteous, professional, and accessible service excellence.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Master Keying Certification from a recognized trade school plus 1- 4 years of related work experience. (Vocational/technical training may substitute for required experience.)
- Training in specific campus lock/exit devices; Registered Locksmith status is preferred.
- Must pass a criminal background check.
- Must possess a valid Florida Class E Operator (driver’s) license and be authorized to drive for the college.
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
- Communication: Professional, diplomatic, and tactful communication skills.
- Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and a high degree of ethics.
- Organization & Time Management: Ability to plan, schedule, and organize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Problem Solving: Proven skills in identifying issues, determining causes, and implementing creative solutions.
- Results Orientation: Ability to set and exceed established targets.
- Detail Oriented: Proven accuracy and attention to detail.
- Multi-task: Ability to swiftly organize, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Next Steps
- Submit your resume at https://www.spherion.com/apply/75913.
- Connect with Recruiting Coordinator, Rose Crane, at rosecrane@spherion.com.
- Questions or need advice on our application process? Call us at 352-378-2300!
Spherion offers benefits, weekly pay and more!
Spherion Gainesville, FL is a drug free workplace.



