Locksmiths and Safe Repairers

Tasks

Core Tasks Include:

• Cut new or duplicate keys, using keycutting machines.
• Cut new or duplicate keys using impressions or code key machines.
• Disassemble mechanical or electrical locking devices, and repair or replace worn tumblers, springs, and other parts, using hand tools.
• Keep records of company locks and keys.
• Set up and maintain master key systems.
• Insert new or repaired tumblers into locks to change combinations.
• Install door hardware such as locks and closers.
• Open safe locks by drilling.
• Move picklocks in cylinders to open door locks without keys.
• Install alarm and electronic access systems.
• Unlock cars and other vehicles.
• Repair and adjust safes, vault doors, and vault components, using hand tools, lathes, drill presses, and welding and acetylene cutting apparatus.

Supplemental Tasks Include:

• Install safes, vault doors, and deposit boxes according to blueprints, using equipment such as powered drills, taps, dies, truck cranes, and dollies.
• Remove interior and exterior finishes on safes and vaults, and spray on new finishes.

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