Facilities Mechanic - Hardware Shop

FAC MECH (008217)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT341500-JC008217-PD266566

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

11/4/2026 11:44:31 AM

Date Last Edited:

11/4/2026 11:44:27 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

5000O

Organization:

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE CHANCELLOR         

Division Code:

5901D

Division:

ADMINISTRATION                         

Department:

341500 - MAINTENANCE AND ALTERATIONS

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT341500-JC008217-PD266566

Position Description ID

266566

UC Payroll Title:

FAC MECH (008217)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

K4: Los Angeles Skilled Craft

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40116223

Reports to Payroll Title:

SKLD CRAFTS AND TRADES SUPV 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40139517

Department Head Payroll Title:

FAC MGR 3

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Sr. Superintendent and/or Locksmith Supervisor, perform routine maintenance of locks and related hardware. Disassemble locks and repair or replace work tumblers or cylinder pins to change lock combination by using hand tools and special equipment.  Cut keys using code, tracing, and pneumatic key machines. Reorder key blanks as needed. Adjust, clean, replace and make minor repairs to key cutting machines. Make repairs or adjustments to desk and file locks; install swing-away bars on file cabinets; maintain key inventory on database; receive materials and check purchase order for any discrepancies; shelve materials. Complete work orders, process paperwork and update information by entering into database.  Assist walk-in customers to shop or telephone inquiries. Maintain accurate hours worked on each job, operate and maintain a variety of power and/or hand tools and equipment related to the trade. Transport materials, equipment and personnel to and from job site expeditiously. Follow all established safety procedures at all times. Upon completion of work, clean-up job site and return equipment, materials, tools, radios, pagers and Kronos wands to designated storage areas.

Supporting the University’s mission by creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive. We aim to maintain and improve campus buildings, grounds, and infrastructure through responsive, efficient, and customer focused service.

Maintenance & Repair

1. Perform routine maintenance and lubrication of locks and related hardware.

2. Cut keys using code, tracing, and pneumatic key machines.

3. Reorder appropriate key blanks.

4. Adjust, clean, replace and make minor repairs to locks and related hardware.

5. Make repairs or adjustments to desks and file locks to ensure proper working order.

6. At the request of the Supervisor, Lead, or Journeyperson, respond to trouble calls involving simple repair, removals, or replacement.

50%

Administrative Tasks

1. Maintain key inventory on database to confirm key control and FM key control.

2. Program and perform audit trail on electronic locks.

3. Upon recharge of materials, complete transfer of material form and forward to Supervisor.

4. Answer questions from walk-in customers or telephone inquiries.

5. Provide general information and or receive customer work orders.

6. Hold keys for customer pick-up or mail to customer.

40%

Shop Materials

1. Verify proper materials are on hand and stock levels are adequate.

2. Complete purchase requisition for requested materials.

3. Return purchase requisition to Sr. Superintendent and or Locksmith Supervisor for authorization signature and forward to Purchasing Department.

4. Receive materials and check purchase order for any discrepancies.

5. Shelve all new materials received.

5%

General Tasks

1. Maintain accurate hours worked on each job.

2. Operate and maintain a variety of power and or hand tools and equipment related to the hardware trade.

3. Ensure the transport of materials, equipment, and personnel to and from job site expeditiously.

4. Follow established safety procedures at all times, including inspecting tools and equipment for signs of damage, malfunction or deterioration, on a regular basis.

5. Upon completion of work, clean up job site and return equipment, materials, tools, radios, pagers, and Kronos wands to designated storage areas.

6. Respond to off-hour emergencies and overtime as required.

7. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as requested by Sr. Superintendent, Supervisor, Lead, or journeyperson.

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Locksmith type tasks

At least 3 years of experience performing locksmith related tasks

Preferred

Driver License

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Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles.

Required

Working knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment related to locksmith trade as well as power operated doors, including hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems

Required

Ability to correctly and skillfully operate the various standard tools and equipment used by locksmiths (e.g., code cutters, Medeco duplicating machine, key de-coding machine

Required

Ability to troubleshoot full range of institutional hardware for signs of deterioration, malfunction or need for adjustment

Required

Skill in estimating material and labor requirements to accomplish task

Required

Ability to maintain confidentiality of personnel and/or police actions, and confidentiality on security issues involving secured areas

Required

Skill in adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing 4-digit numbers and fractions in order to calculate layouts and offsets, and provide accurate cost calculations

Required

Skill in monitoring inventory levels to assure that materials and equipment used on a daily basis are available to subordinates

Required

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators, customers, visitors and outside agencies

Required

Oral communication skills to obtain or convey clear, concise and grammatically correct information

Required

Skill in writing simple English phrases using correct grammar and spelling to complete reports that are accurate and easy to comprehend

Required

Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments

Required

Ability to bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time to remove and replace door locks; make skillful, controlled manipulations of small objects

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

Color Vision Testing

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

X

Other Physical Requirements

If "Physical requirements other" was selected above, please explain (e.g., ability to differentiate color):

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical Skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Other Mental Requirements

If "Mental demands other" was selected above, please explain:

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.