locksmith
Locksmiths install and repair mechanical and electronic lock systems using specialized tools. They cut and make duplicated keys for their clients and open locked doors in emergency situations. Locksmiths may also provide advice on security measures.
Also called: key and lock expert, key and lock installer, key and lock specialist, key maker
- 13
- essential skills
- 16
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
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- ISCO-08 group
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Essential skills
13- calculate quotations for security devices services
- carry out inventory planning
- cut keys
- define technical requirements
- electronic locks
- install lockable devices
- locking mechanisms
- maintain customer service
- manufacturing of door furniture from metal
- mechanics
- read technical datasheet
- repair lockable devices
- use locksmith equipment
Optional skills
16- advise on strengthening security
- allocate keys
- building's electronic access equipment
- electricity
- ensure compliance with purchasing and contracting regulations
- maintain facility security systems
- manage alarm system
- metal bending techniques
- metal joining technologies
- operate control systems
- respond to emergency calls for repairs
- security in commercial buildings
- train employees
- types of metal
- use power tools
- write records for repairs
Definition and skills from ESCO, published by the European Commission. Source concept
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