Locksmiths and Safe Repairers
SOC: 49-9094.00 · Job Zone 2 (Some preparation)
Repair and open locks; make keys; change locks and safe combinations; and install and repair safes.
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$50,490
per year
Mean Wage
$55,200
per year
Employment
16K
workers
Wage Range
$34,750 - $79,340
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
Task Breakdown
14 tasks analyzed
Cut new or duplicate keys, using key cutting machines.
Cut new or duplicate keys, using impressions or code key machines.
Disassemble mechanical or electrical locking devices, and repair or replace worn tumblers, springs, and other parts, using hand tools.
Keep records of company locks and keys.
Set up and maintain master key systems.
Insert new or repaired tumblers into locks to change combinations.
Install door hardware, such as locks and closers.
Open safe locks by drilling.
Move picklocks in cylinders to open door locks without keys.
Install alarm and electronic access systems.
Unlock cars and other vehicles.
Repair and adjust safes, vault doors, and vault components, using hand tools, lathes, drill presses, and welding and acetylene cutting apparatus.
Install safes, vault doors, and deposit boxes according to blueprints, using equipment such as power drills, taps, dies, truck cranes, and dollies.
Remove interior and exterior finishes on safes and vaults, and spray on new finishes.
| Task | Category | AI Capability | Risk Score | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cut new or duplicate keys, using key cutting machines. | - | - | - | |
| Cut new or duplicate keys, using impressions or code key machines. | - | - | - | |
| Disassemble mechanical or electrical locking devices, and repair or replace worn tumblers, springs, and other parts, using hand tools. | - | - | - | |
| Keep records of company locks and keys. | - | - | - | |
| Set up and maintain master key systems. | - | - | - | |
| Insert new or repaired tumblers into locks to change combinations. | - | - | - | |
| Install door hardware, such as locks and closers. | - | - | - | |
| Open safe locks by drilling. | - | - | - | |
| Move picklocks in cylinders to open door locks without keys. | - | - | - | |
| Install alarm and electronic access systems. | - | - | - | |
| Unlock cars and other vehicles. | - | - | - | |
| Repair and adjust safes, vault doors, and vault components, using hand tools, lathes, drill presses, and welding and acetylene cutting apparatus. | - | - | - | |
| Install safes, vault doors, and deposit boxes according to blueprints, using equipment such as power drills, taps, dies, truck cranes, and dollies. | - | - | - | |
| Remove interior and exterior finishes on safes and vaults, and spray on new finishes. | - | - | - |
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