Locksmith
Manufacturing and Production
›Skilled Crafts
›Locksmith
Repair and open locks, make keys, change locks and safe combinations, and install and repair safes.
At a Glance
Locksmith earns an average of $43,000/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 3 years. Top skills: Keys And Locks, Communication, Russian Language.
Avg Annual Salary
$43,000/yr
Typical Education
High school or GED
Experience
3 years
Job Postings
2
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers
Median Wage
$50,490/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-8.3%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (1)
Keys And Locks
Common Skills (5)
Communication
Russian Language
Spanish Language
Sales
Customer Service
Certifications (1)
Valid Driver's License
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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