Locksmiths and Safe Repairers

General Information

Description

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

Business Breakdown

People in this career work in these sectors.

Private, for profit54.77%
Self-employed26.56%
State and local government13.83%
Private, not for profit2.63%
Federal government1.93%

Workplace at a Glance

What you can expect to experience while on the job

Responsibility
Exposure to job hazards
Physical activity
Decision making
Repetitiveness
Level of competition
Time pressure

Industry areas

Manufacturing

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Salary

Average Salary

Salary

$46,910

State-by-state Salary

Gray states indicate no data available

$61,630

$22,100

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Education

Most Common Education Levels

People in this career achieve this level of education.

High school 65%
Post-secondary certificate 30%
Some college 5%
Master's degree 0%
Doctoral degree 0%
Bachelor's degree 0%
Associate's degree 0%
Post baccalaureate 0%
Less than high school 0%
Post-doctoral training 0%
Post-master's certificate 0%
First professional degree 0%

Knowledge

Mechanical
Customer and Personal Service
Public Safety and Security
Sales and Marketing
Education and Training

Skills at a Glance

Skills helpful in this career

Verbal skills
Critical thinking & problem solving
Equipment operation & maintenance
Math & science skills
Technology design & control
Leadership

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* Military pay may be higher based on specialty pays or bonuses. Learn more about Military benefits.

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