Locksmiths & Safe Repairers

Also Called: Certified Master Locksmith (CML), Lock Technician, Locksmith, Safe Technician

High School Diploma/GED

usually needed

Not Available
(Students Only)
Match Percentage

$31,620

Entry Salary

Below Average

Job outlook

What Locksmiths & Safe Repairers do

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

  • 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.
Industry Areas:

Automotive & Machine Repair • Construction

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Work Context

  • Face-to-Face Discussions
  • Telephone
  • Electronic Mail
  • In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  • Contact With Others

Tools

  • Screwdrivers
  • Needlenose pliers
  • Lock cylinder accessory
  • Power drills
  • Squares

Technology

Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Data base user interface and query software
dESCO ESC
WH Software InstaCode
Inventory management software
Inventory tracking software
WH Software MasterKey

The Education & Training You Need

Skills

  • Repairing
  • Time Management
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Equipment Maintenance

Knowledge

Engineering and Technology
mechanical
Business
customer service
sales and marketing
Safety and Government
public safety and security
law and government
Arts and Humanities
English language

Education

  • 65% High school diploma or equivalent
  • 30% Post-secondary certificate
  • 5% Some college, no degree

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

What are some related occupations at different educational levels?


Locksmiths & Safe Repairers Currently Selected

Educational Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent

 Job Training Match

Aerospace Engineering & Operations Technologists & Technicians

Educational Level

Post-secondary, non-degree

Automotive Engineering Technicians

Educational Level

Associate's Degree

Mechanical Engineers

Educational Level

Bachelor's Degree

Educational Level

Advanced Degree

What are your training options on the pathway to this occupation?

Advanced Training

There are currently no advanced training opportunities for this career.

ACT & College

  • Albany Technical College

    Albany, GA

  • Altamaha Technical College

    Jesup, GA

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Are You a Good Fit?

Occupation Traits

    • Conventional (Organizer)
    • Realistic (Doer)

Work Styles

  • Integrity
  • Dependability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Self Control
  • Persistence

Values

  • Independence
  • Working Conditions
  • Achievement

Abilities

  • Hand and Finger Use
  • Verbal
  • Ideas and Logic

This is what Locksmiths & Safe Repairers across the country typically make.

$15.20 / hour
$31,620 /year

Entry Level

$23.26 / hour
$48,380 /year

Median Level

$36.76 / hour
$76,460 /year

Experienced Level

Income information reflects a regional average.
Income information reflects a national average.

This career’s National Job Outlook is

Below Average

Please be sure to verify the outlook of this occupation with your instructor.

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