Technician I - Access Control, Keys

Technician I - Access Control, Keys

Salary

$18.15 - $21.36 Hourly

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

Part-Time Staff

Job Number

FY2706398

Division

VP Administration/Strategic Rel

Department

Facilities/Planning

Opening Date

08/12/2026

Closing Date

8/23/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Announcement

At Utah Valley University, the Key Shop Specialist plays an important role in supporting the safety, security, and daily operations of campus facilities. This position offers the opportunity to work with a variety of access control and key management systems while providing excellent service to students, employees, and campus departments. From coordinating key requests and maintaining records to assisting with locking systems and access management, the role combines technical responsibilities with customer service and administrative support in a collaborative university environment.

This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy detail-oriented work, problem-solving, and contributing to the smooth operation of a large organization. Working alongside experienced locksmith professionals, the Key Shop Specialist will gain valuable experience in access control technologies, security procedures, and facilities operations. By helping ensure that campus spaces remain secure and accessible to authorized users, this role makes a meaningful contribution to the university community while offering opportunities for skill development and professional growth.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Clerical functions, including organization, typing, receptionist duties, answering phones, filing, record keeping, taking messages, resolving problems, handling complaints, organizing, and generating reports and work orders.
• Making and filing keys; programming and monitoring computer-managed access devices on campus.
• Administer access to doors, buildings, cabinets, equipment, and vehicles on campus.
• Conducts key audits across campus.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited institution with an associates degree and one year of experience; OR any combination of education/experience related to the Summary of Duties totaling three years.

For example:

• Associates degree + 1 year of related experience.
• OR an associates degree + 2 or more years of related experience.
• OR 3 years of related work experience without a degree.
• OR 1 year of college coursework + 2 years of related experience.
• OR 2 years of college coursework (associates degree not completed) + 1 year of related experience.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Must be detail-oriented and mechanically minded.

• Familiar with the use of hand tools, low-voltage electricity, and trade work.

• Knowledge of basic computer systems and applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

• Knowledge of key and card access software is a plus.

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills are required.

• Experience using hand tools, both power and manual.

• Must have strong clerical and organizational skills.

• Experience with door systems and electronic access control systems is a plus.

Abilities

• Must be able to work with others as well as independently.

• Able to work with a broad group of individuals.

• Ability to work on low-voltage electricity.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with staff and customers, both verbally and in writing.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible for the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:

• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:

• Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify)

• Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness

• Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union's (UCCU) branch on UVU's campus when becoming a member

01

Do you meet the minimum requirements as outlined? Graduation from an accredited institution with an associates degree and one year of experience; OR any combination of education/experience related to the Summary of Duties totaling three years. FOR EXAMPLE: • Associates degree + 1 year of related experience. • OR an associates degree + 2 or more years of related experience. • OR 3 years of related work experience without a degree. • OR 1 year of college coursework + 2 years of related experience. • OR 2 years of college coursework (associates degree not completed) + 1 year of related experience.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have experience making, issuing, tracking, or maintaining keys, locks, or access control records?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have experience using computer software to program, monitor, update, or manage access control systems or electronic devices?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have experience conducting audits, inventories, inspections, or record reviews that require a high level of accuracy and attention to detail?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have experience using hand tools, including both manual and power tools?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have experience working with door hardware, locking systems, electronic access control systems, or security-related equipment?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience working with or troubleshooting low-voltage electrical systems or electronic equipment?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have experience using key management, card access, security, or facilities management software?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu