Locksmiths are skilled in working on various types of locks, so their day may involve a range of tasks.  To repair a lock, a locksmith might disassemble it, identify the issue, and then use various small tools to fix it.  These repairs can be done in a workshop or on-site, and they can also be rekeyed, remade, or modified in other ways.

 

Some locksmiths sell, service, and install safes for homes and businesses.  Work on safes and other security measures for banks, which require regular maintenance and testing.  Related equipment, such as vault doors, clock systems, teller machines, and safe boxes, may also require the services of a locksmith.

 

Because many locksmiths choose to be on call for emergency services, their jobs often require working irregular hours.  Locksmiths frequently respond to calls from people who have locked themselves out of their homes.  They might also work with local law and emergency services to gain access to a property in case of an emergency