Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Patton State Hospital Human Resources Department is accepting applications for at least one (1) permanent, full-time appointment to the Locksmith I classification in the Facilities Operations Department. This position is under the direction of the Supervisor of Building Trade.

Locksmith I is responsible for the maintenance and repair of locks. Participates in the operation of the Locksmith Shop, helps prepare lists of materials and supplies and estimates the cost of and laying out and completing the job.  Performs skilled work as a Locksmith and other related tasks.

Candidates must have the ability to read shop drawings and work from plans and specifications; understand and carry out oral and written directions; read and write at a level appropriate to the classification. Ability to bend; reach; ascent stairs, slopes, and inclines; work at heights applicable to trade demands; and labor in the outdoors in all weather conditions.

Candidates must have the knowledge of common methods, practices, materials, and tools used in the maintenance, and repair work of a Locksmith; various tools and equipment used in the trade and repair work of a Locksmith and their proper employment and care.

Candidates must have the technical proficiency in the following:

• Competency to install, repair and maintain cylinders and locks.
• Competency to make or cut keys for cylinders, cabinet locks and padlocks.
• Competency to install and repair door closures, doorknobs, and strikers.
• Competency to install deadbolts, mortise locks and cylinders.
• Competency to make and cut keys for cylinders and bit locks.
• Competency to requisition supplies/materials.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Common methods, practices, materials, tools used in the maintenance, and repair work of a Locksmith; various tools and equipment used in the trade and repair work of a Locksmith and their proper employment and care.

EMPLOYEE IS REQUIRED TO:

• Report to work on time and follow procedures for reporting absences.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Appropriately maintain cooperative, professional, and effective interactions with employees, patients/clients, and the public.
• Comply with all Hospital policies and procedures.

Applicants must be on a current exam list. To gain list eligibility, follow the below link to the exam:

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

A completed STD. 678 and any other relevant documents (e.g., unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers account.  Please reference Job Control # 471886 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.  Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.

***Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: 

Application Instructions

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of State Hospitals - Patton

N/A

Attn:

Exam/Hiring Unit

3102 E. Highland Ave

Patton , CA 92369

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals - Patton

N/A

Exam/Hiring Unit

3102 E. Highland Ave

Patton , CA 92369

Human Resources is closed on the weekends and holidays.

08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Please review the that may also be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. You will find information on the benefits afforded by membership in the Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act, and salary ranges and a summary of the Locksmith I classification. 

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources- Employment Unit
(909) 742-5550

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Rachel Guerrero
(909) 742-5243
rachel.guerrero@dsh.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Outdoor, Weekend work,

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