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How much do apprentice locksmith jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice locksmith in California is $25.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.87 and $30.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Locksmith Apprentice Do?

As a locksmith apprentice, your responsibilities are to assist a more qualified locksmith in their daily tasks while you learn the industry. Your duties are to install locks, cut or replace keys, and repair doors and locks for clients. Locksmith apprentices use a wide variety of tools on the job, such as plug spinners, key decoders, locksmith tweezers, pinning blocks, and turning tools. In an apprentice role, you may work full-time with a single locksmith, or you may be part of a more formal program, which could include classroom instruction.

What does a typical day look like for an Apprentice Locksmith?

A typical day for an Apprentice Locksmith involves assisting experienced locksmiths with tasks such as installing, repairing, and maintaining various types of locks and security hardware, as well as responding to lockout situations. You might work at customer locations, residential homes, businesses, or in a workshop, gaining hands-on experience and learning industry best practices. Teamwork is common, as apprentices often shadow senior locksmiths and collaborate to solve unique lock and security issues. The role offers a dynamic mix of on-the-job training and diverse problem-solving challenges, making each day different and engaging.

What is an Apprentice Locksmith job?

An Apprentice Locksmith is a trainee who learns the skills and techniques needed to install, repair, and maintain locks and security systems. They work under the supervision of an experienced locksmith, gaining hands-on experience in key cutting, lock picking, and troubleshooting security devices. Apprentices may also assist with rekeying locks, installing electronic access systems, and providing emergency lockout services. This role is a stepping stone to becoming a certified locksmith through on-the-job training and, in some cases, formal education or certifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Apprentice Locksmith position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Apprentice Locksmith, you need basic mechanical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with locksmithing tools such as lock picks, key cutters, and rekeying kits, as well as a willingness to pursue certifications like Registered Locksmith (RL) or state licensure, is important. Attention to detail, reliability, customer service orientation, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this field. These abilities are critical for accurately installing, repairing, and troubleshooting locks while building trust and ensuring customer satisfaction.

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Stationary Engineer - The Moscone Center (OnSite)

Stationary Engineer - The Moscone Center (OnSite)

ASM Global

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$68.14/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


ASM Global rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 80 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

127th of 210 rated facilities management


Job description

TITLE: Maintenance Engineer (OnSite)

REPORTS TO: Assistant Chief Engineer

HOURLY RATE: $68.14

SUMMARY:

ASM Global, The Moscone Center in San Francisco is seeking a Maintenance Engineer who is responsible for all aspects of maintenance in the facility. This role requires a talented and experienced Maintenance Engineer whose role is to assist the Chief Engineer and Assistant Chief Engineers in maintaining and improving the operating equipment at Moscone Center, and assuring a smooth working environment and operation between clients and in-house departments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Operating all heating and ventilating equipment, engines, turbines, motors, combustion engine, pumps, air compressors, ice and refrigerating machines, air conditioning units, fans, siphons, also automatic and power-oiling pumps and engines
  • Operation, maintenance and repair of all boilers, heaters, pumps, valves appurtenances and lines used in the distribution of steam and heated or processed water.
  • Operation, maintenance and repair of pumps handling brines or other secondary refrigerating liquids together with all valves, appurtenances and lines used in the system.
  • Operation, maintenance and repair of air compressors, together with distribution lines and all valves and devices for air control.
  • Operation, maintenance and repair of all natural and manufactured gas distribution lines, including all valves control devices.
  • Operation, maintenance and repair of Water filters, softeners, piping and pumps used in conjunction with water distribution, including all sinks and toilet bowls, including all supply lines, drains, water lines, control devices, and sprinkler systems.
  • Operation, maintenance and repair of all types of electrical motors and engines used to power pumps, compressors and fans.
  • Maintenance of elevators, man lifts, escalators, and hoist ways, except where this type of equipment is serviced and maintained by specialize contractors,
  • All electrical work and repair.
  • Tools considered as necessary to the fulfillment of the duties of the engineer shall include all those, which may be require in the performance of his duties, including such types of special equipment necessary to operate, maintain, and repair the equipment listed.
  • Operation, maintenance and repair of all fuel oil systems including pumps, valves, line and controls.
  • Operation, maintenance, and repair of building automation systems for HVAC, including consoles, data gathering panels, remote sensors and indicating devices.
  • Operation, maintenance, and repair of all mail conveyor systems, excluding tenant owned systems.
  • Operation, maintenance, and repair of sanitary sewer systems, sump pumps, including basins, water closets, urinals, and piping.
  • Maintenance and repair of trash compactors, including electrical and hydraulic systems.
  • Maintenance and repair of all kitchen equipment, excluding tenant owned equipment.
  • Operation, maintenance and repair of all types of locks, keys and locksmith related duties.
  • Maintenance, repair and installation of carpentry work and those duties related to carpentry.
  • Operation, repair and maintenance of energy systems, life safety systems, environmental controls, safe lock, telecommunications and other such computerized emergency systems, except where governmental regulations, maintenance contracts, past practice and the skills of existing employees provide and/or dictate that such work shall not be performed by bargaining unit employees.
  • Any and all work not specifically enumerated above, but which is customarily performed by maintenance engineers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Knowledge:
    • Ability to listen and follow instructions
    • Completion of approved apprenticeship program.
    • Appropriate certification/licensing within field a plus.
    • Must have solid knowledge of all phases of building, equipment, operations and maintenance.
    • High school diploma/GED required.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum five years experience in the operation of a large public assembly, hotel, hospital or other commercial facility.
    • Member in good standing of Stationary Engineers Local 39.
  • Skills/Aptitude:
    • Ability to problem solve, plan and is well organized.
    • Able to read blueprints and construction specifications.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Requires ability to interact with all kinds of people and is able to get along with co-workers, customers and vendors to the facility.
    • Works well as a team player.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Work requires extensive walking, standing, bending, lifting, frequently requires reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling and crouching.
  • Worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions extreme cold, heat, noise, and atmospheric conditions.
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds.
  • This position requires a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
  • Will be subject to call 24 hours in case of emergency.

NOTE: The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.


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About ASM Global

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ASM Global was formed in October 2019 from the merger of AEG Facilities, the global innovator in live entertainment venues, and SMG, the gold standard in event management. ASM Global is a venue management powerhouse that spans five continents, 14 countries and more than 300 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibit centers, and performing arts venues. As the world's most trusted venue manager, ASM Global provides venue strategy and management, sales, marketing, event booking and programming, construction and design consulting, and pre-opening services. Among the venues in our portfolio are landmark facilities such as McCormick Place & Soldier Field in Chicago, the Los Angeles Convention Center, Tele2 Arena in Stockholm, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Conference Centre in Shenzhen, China and Van Andel Arena, DeVos Place & DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids, Michigan. ASM Global also offers food and beverage operations through its concessions and catering companies.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2019