Occupation information for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers District Of Columbia

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Repair and open locks, make keys, change locks and safe combinations, and install and repair safes.

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Currently Employed: 50

Projected Annual Job Openings: 0

Typical Hourly Wage: $28.40 - $38.83

Typical Annual Salary: $59,060 - $80,770

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: High school diploma or equivalent

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: More than 1 year on-the-job training

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typical job duties

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

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