Position Number: 50001830 / P1959
Department: Operations - SGW 1
Grade: Locksmith
Campus: Sir George Williams (Downtown)
Salary: $33.83 per hour
Union/Association/HR Policy: STTMC-SGW (CSN)
Posting deadline: September 10, 2026
Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter expressing their interest and how their profile aligns with the role.
Recognized as one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.
As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.
NOTE: This posting represents a contract for the duration of one year. The schedule is: 38.75 hours of work per week, Tuesday to Thursday 7am - 4:45pm and Friday 7am - 4:30pm.
SCOPE
Reporting to the Architectural Supervisor, the incumbent installs, repairs, and maintains the key system and the working mechanisms that operate, lock and unlock the doors at the University.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Install, repair, adjust and change lock combinations.
• Install, repair and maintain mechanical and electronic access control units
• Install, repair and maintain various types of door hardware.
• Cut various types of keys that are requested by the different departments.
• Maintain and manage the key systems of the University. Make new key systems within the existing systems and
maintain various records.
• Ensure all key systems are managed and recorded properly.
• Meet with clients & projects regarding key systems and work orders as needed. Coordinate established work based on client needs.
• Maintain the shop structure, the layout and a safe working area.
• Support maintenance and control of supplies, inventory and replacement parts.
• Support research of new materials, supplies, technologies and associated costs.
• Prepare orders of supplies and materials, file documents (paper or electronic) accordingly.
• Use Maximo (CMMS) to organize, plan, assign & complete work orders, change status, add trades, and complete daily work sheets.
• Support the preparation of estimates.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
• High School Diploma (DSS) and four years of work-related experience.
• Locksmith permit from ‘Bureau de la Securite Privee’.
• Ability to read, interpret and work with plans and technical specifications.
• Basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken and written English French in order to read and understand drawings, instructions technical manual, respond
• to services calls, coordinate with clients and to complete forms and routine reports.
• Basic knowledge of Word and Excel (to input data into a spreadsheet).
• Knowledge of other locksmith, key cutting and maintenance programs (i.e.: Code Sources and KMS) an asset.
• Working knowledge of the Concordia University Maintenance Information Systems (Maximo) an asset.
• Good fine motor and interpersonal skills, detailed-oriented and ability to solve problems.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and part of a team and under pressure.
• Valid Quebec driver’s license.
• Physical ability as attested by a successful completion of medical evaluation to the University’s satisfaction (e.g.: frequently lift/carry/move without assistance up to 23 kg (50 lbs.) and occasionally lift/carry/move with assistance up to 34 kg (75 lbs.)).
• Will require use of respiratory protection and enrollment in the University’s Respiratory Protection Program
• Enrollment in the University’s Hearing Conservation Program will be required.
Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.
Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.
IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.
Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.
Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.
Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, [email protected]
Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.
