University of Southern California

Locksmith Team Leader

Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
  • 5-7 years specialized/technical training; 7 years preferred.
  • Extensive experience in a designated trade, particularly mechanical, electrical, or plumbing.
  • 4 years of related trainee experience may substitute for a four-year apprenticeship program.
  • Valid CA driver's license with at least 2 years of driving history.
  • Strong project management skills, with a comprehensive understanding of job components across trades.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a Trades Specialist and oversee advanced shop procedures in specialized areas.
  • Assume leadership and monitor team activities, including trades and contractors.
  • Coordinate and schedule work assignments while monitoring performance and quality.
  • Train and guide team members and identify ongoing training needs.
  • Assist supervisor with project management and regulatory compliance activities.
  • Interpret and ensure adherence to building codes and safety regulations.
  • Oversee the quality and productivity of outside contractors, ensuring project deadlines are met.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on safety and quality.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Support for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
  • Engagement in innovative projects and problem-solving activities.
  • Dynamic work environment geared towards continuous efficiency improvements.
Full Job Description
The USC department of Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) - Lock Shop is seeking a Locksmith Team Lead to join its team.

THE WORK YOU WILL DO:

The Locksmith Team Lead is responsible for serving as a Trades Specialist, Lead performing advanced shop procedures in one of the following programs, (fire, life, safety systems, high voltage distribution systems, and electrical repairs; steam distribution and boiler repairs; plumbing systems; AC systems; Lock Shop Program). Has responsibility for oversight and coordination of trades personnel within a shop/team. Assists supervisor on a variety of mechanical trade specialty procedures and compliance programs. Assigns tasks, schedules work

locations, and monitors assigned areas and activities. Coordinates work of employees, including trades, non-trades, and contractors, and provides general project management for assigned projects. Assists supervisor with training and guidance to ensure that high standards of quality, service, and customer satisfaction are maintained. May assume leadership role in the absence of supervisor as assigned and/or designated. Supervise work of personnel; Train, distribute work, and monitor team. Team Administrator for Locksmith Training Program. Schedule and assign work for the Team. Coordinate with customers. Acquire and share specialized skills. Monitor and document team performance.

The Locksmith Team Lead:
  • Coordinate established training for Locksmith Trainees, and assist in the documentation of tasks performed by them for completion of training objectives.
  • Provides team leadership and guidance to trade journeymen and other personnel, including contractors. Assigns and oversees work of assigned team. Sets Priorities and timelines. Provides feedback on performance, disciplinary actions, promotions, etc. Ensures timely completion within cost and quality constraints.
  • Trains and assists employees in a variety of skills and tasks. Identifies additional training or defines needs for new or continuing training that would benefit employees.
  • Performs advanced/specialty procedures. Assists supervisor in project management and coordination of compliance, regulatory testing, and preventive maintenance projects.
  • Coordinates activities of trade employees and other personnel to ensure timely and cost-effective job completion.
  • Interprets rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ensures compliance and implementation of city and state building codes and provides for the safety of employees throughout duration of projects.
  • Identifies and reports need for maintenance, replacement and/or repair. Purchases materials and services as needed.
  • Oversees quality of workmanship of outside contractors.
  • Assists in the preparation and maintenance of records, reports and correspondence as required.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
  • In the event of an emergency, the employee holding this position is required to "report to duty" in accordance with the university's Emergency Operations Plan and/or the employee's department's emergency response and/or recovery plans. Familiarity with those plans and regular training to implement those plans is required. During or immediately following an emergency, the employee will be notified to assist in the emergency response efforts and mobilize other staff members if needed.


The work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; however, work schedules may change at any time to accommodate business needs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates for the position of Locksmith Team Lead meet the following preferred criteria:
  • Associate's degree
  • 7 years of specialized/technical training
  • 10 years Locksmith experience in a University or similar setting
  • Proven track record of consistently achieving exceptional outcomes, as demonstrated through strong performance review


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates for the position of Locksmith Team Lead must meet the following minimum qualifications:

  • High School Diploma
  • 5 years of specialized/technical training
  • Extensive experience in designated trade (mechanical, electrical, or plumbing).
  • 4 years of experience as a trade-related trainee may substitute for completion of a four-year apprenticeship program.
  • Must have a valid, unexpired, unrestricted CA driver's license with at least 2 years of driving history
  • Demonstrated project management skills and ability to resolve job-related problems. Thorough comprehension of job components for all projects, including other trades. Thorough understanding of costs, materials, and estimating procedures.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal and lead skills. Ability to work effectively with vendors, customers, and other trade employees. Knowledge of computer billing systems.
  • Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures. Extensive knowledge of trade-related methods, materials, tools, and equipment. Thorough knowledge of specialty trade, city, and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, standard safety practices and equipment, and other requirements for workplace safety.


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION pertinent to this specific position:
  • The successful candidate will possess the ability to coach others in the performance of their job and to train them to improve their skills.


In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC's Unifying Values of integrity, excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, well-being, open communication and accountability.

The hourly rate range for this position is $37.18 - $43.52. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

About Facilities Planning and Management (FPM):

FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this diverse group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values integrity, excellence, well-being, open communication, accountability, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Come and join the FPM team - a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence.

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Minimum Education: Specialized/technical training
High school or equivalent
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Work Experience:
5 years
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience

Minimum Field of Expertise:
Extensive experience in designated trade (mechanical, electrical, or plumbing).
Four years experience as a trade-related trainee may substitute for completion of a four year apprenticeship program. Additional five years minimum journeyman experience in specialty trade area. Demonstrated project management skills and ability to resolve job related problems. Thorough comprehension of job components for all projects, including other trades.
Thorough understanding of costs, materials and estimating procedures.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal and lead skills. Ability to work effectively with vendors, customers and other trade employees. Knowledge of computer billing systems. Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures. Extensive knowledge of trade related methods, materials, tools and equipment. Thorough knowledge of specialty trade, city and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, standard safety practices and equipment and other requirements for workplace safety.

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About University of Southern California

The University of Southern California (USC) is a private research university located in Los Angeles, California. It was founded in 1880 and is the oldest private research university in California. USC offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in a wide range of fields, including business, law, engineering, medicine, and the arts. The university is known for its strong athletic programs, particularly in football and basketball. USC has a diverse student body, with students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The university has a total enrollment of approximately 47,000 students, including 28,000 undergraduate students.
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