Automotive Locksmith, Columbus, OH at OPENLANE

Who We Are:

High Tech Locksmiths (HTL) is one of the largest mobile automotive locksmith services of its kind in the U.S. HTL provides transponder, remote, high security, remotehead, smart key, and proximity keys for the auto auction, car rental, and used car industries. 

With more than 25 years in business, HTL dispatches its fleet of 100+ mobile units across 42 states to provide needed locksmith services onsite. These units, staffed by certified locksmiths, stocked with a full inventory of keys and remotes, and connected remotely to additional technical support, “cut” more than half a million keys each year.

What We Offer: 

• $20 per hour with Production and Quarterly incentives. Opportunities for overtime as well. 

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US)

• Immediately vested 401K with company match 

• Paid Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time

• Paid maternity and paternity leave (US)

• Employer paid short-term disability and life insurance

• Employer paid Leap into Service Day to volunteer 

• Tuition Reimbursement for eligible programs

• Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge ross a publicly traded, global organization

• Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and rapid advancement 

We’re Looking For:

We are seeking a dedicated Automotive Locksmith responsible for locksmithing services at various locations within a designated territory. You will be part of a field team responsible for traveling to the client’s site and the generation and duplication of keys for automobiles, heavy duty trucks, motorcycles, etc. Whether you are a seasoned vet, new to the industry but willing to learn, or just a car enthusiast, this job is for you!  

You Are: 

• Willing to learn. At HTL, we have an extensive training program to ensure you are equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to complete your daily tasks. Already have experience? Great! We will show you how we do it best. 

• Customer service focused. While your focus is on cutting keys, you will be representing HTL at our client’s locations. There you will have the opportunity to give a great impression and occasionally upsell current services.

• Communicative. As an automotive locksmith, you are often independent in your day-to-day functions. This requires you to have a strong work ethic and to maintain a high level of communication with your peers and leadership. 

You Will:

• Generate and duplicate keys for automobiles, heavy duty trucks, motorcycles, recreational vehicles and powersports.

• Use lockout kits / lishi tools to gain access to vehicles, remove immobilizer units, modules, ECUs, etc. Don’t know how? We’ll train you!

• Effectively update core systems, customers, teammates, and management with detailed daily production reports.

Must Have’s:

• A strong work ethic, we can teach you the rest.

• Excellent time management skills. 

• A willingness to get and maintain an active locksmith license if you do not already have one. Training and studying materials supplied as needed to pass the necessary state locksmithing license testing.

• A valid driver’s license with a willingness to travel daily to various locations within your defined territory. Some overnight travel may be occasionally required.

• Willingness to work in an outdoor environment with varying weather conditions. 

Nice to Have’s:

• Mechanically inclined with automotive knowledge or work history.

Sound like a match? Apply Now - We can't wait to hear from you!