Trainee Automotive Key Technician

Dent Wizard • Carolina, NC

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About The Position

Dent Wizard is hiring a Trainee Automotive Key Technician to produce duplicate keys and transponders for vehicles along an assigned route serving dealers and other customers. The role involves working with high-security keys and transponder systems in cars and trucks, maintaining equipment and inventory, submitting invoices and work orders, and building positive, productive customer relationships. Experienced key technicians and candidates with the right attitude and drive who can complete the training course are encouraged to apply. The position includes paid training and on-the-job support from seasoned Key Technicians.

Compensation is expected to start at $24.00–$26.00 per hour. The posting also describes a $24-per-hour base with the ability to earn $3–$5 in commission, and notes that total compensation may include commission, bonus, or profit sharing. Compensation depends on qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

Dent Wizard describes the role as offering steady work, independence in managing the day, a company car, gas card, locksmith tools allowance and supplies, and advancement opportunities into higher technician levels or management. The company offers a benefits package that includes paid time off, medical, dental and vision coverage, and a 401(k) match.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical and electronic skills.
• Sales and customer service experience.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and ability to work independently.
• Ability and willingness to work outside in all kinds of weather.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of automotive electrical systems, key duplication, and transponder programming.
• Experience as a Key Technician.

Responsibilities

• Produce duplicate vehicle keys and transponders that work like the originals.
• Work an assigned route of dealers and other customers.
• Maintain equipment and inventory.
• Submit invoices and work orders.
• Develop positive and productive relationships with customers.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Paid vacation
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Company car
• Gas card
• Locksmith tools allowance and supplies
• Commission, bonus, or profit-sharing potential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed