Automotive Key Technician

347 CAR KEYS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Commission pay

Company vehicle

Laptop and gas card

Tools provided

On-site parking

Profit sharing

Training program

Job summary

347 CAR KEYS in Toronto, Ontario, specializes in automotive key and key-system services. The Automotive Key Technician role is full-time and on-site, focusing on diagnosing key/lock issues, cutting and programming replacement keys, and configuring smart keys and remotes for various makes and models.

Responsibilities include reading key codes, programming from scratch when needed, and performing security procedures after key loss or theft, with occasional on-site calls and inventory management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 21+ years of age with valid driver’s license.
• No criminal record; background check will be run.
• Ability to work on-site in a fast-growing environment.
• 2–5 years automotive locksmith or key experience is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and participate in ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• Keep work area clean, organized, and stocked with tools and supplies.
• Update clients, dispatch, and management on daily schedule.
• Maintain logs of sales stops and service activities.
• On-site meetings with clients at on-site locations daily.
• Send closes after completion of each job if not a large project.
• Troubleshoot and resolve product issues and concerns.

Skills

Key cutting

Key programming

Diagnostics

Customer service

Safety procedures

On-site work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scan tools

Programming equipment

Locksmithing tools

Job description

Company Description

347 CAR KEYS is an automotive technology company specializing exclusively in vehicle keys and key systems for the automotive industry. The team supports customers with lost key replacement, spare and duplicate keys, and repair or replacement of cracked or damaged fobs.

Services cover smart keys, proximity fobs, transponder and flip keys, keyless entry remotes, and precise key cutting using laser/sidewinder and traditional techniques. The company also provides security services after key loss or theft by removing old keys from a vehicle’s system to prevent unauthorized use. This focused expertise allows 347 CAR KEYS to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions for a wide range of key-related issues.

Role Description

The Automotive Key Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Toronto, ON. This role involves diagnosing key and lock issues, cutting and programming replacement keys, and configuring smart keys, proximity fobs, transponder keys, and keyless entry remotes for a variety of vehicle makes and models.

The technician will work directly on vehicles to read key codes, program keys from scratch when all keys are lost, and perform security procedures such as deleting stolen keys from vehicle systems.

Day-to-day tasks include using specialized key-cutting and programming equipment, maintaining accurate records of services performed, explaining work and recommendations to customers in clear language, and ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards. The role may also include occasional roadside or off-site service calls, inventory management for key components, and collaboration with team members to improve processes and customer experience.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess technical skills in automotive key cutting and programming, including laser/sidewinder and traditional edge cutting, transponder key pairing, and smart key/fob configuration.
• Candidates should possess strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills for key and lock systems, including reading vehicle key codes, troubleshooting immobilizer issues, and performing security procedures after key loss or theft.
• Candidates should possess customer service and communication skills, including clear explanation of services, professional interaction with diverse customers, and the ability to handle stressful situations calmly.
• Candidates should possess basic mechanical and electrical aptitude, including safe use of scan tools and equipment, understanding of vehicle electronic systems related to keys, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Candidates should possess organizational skills such as accurate recordkeeping, time management, and inventory tracking for key blanks, fobs, batteries, and related components.
• Previous experience in automotive locksmithing, dealership key services, or related automotive technology roles is beneficial.
• Relevant training or certification in automotive locksmithing, automotive technology, or electronics is an asset; willingness to learn and participate in ongoing training is essential.
• Ability to work on-site in a fast growing environment.

Responsibilities

• Keep work area clean, organized, and stocked with necessary tools and supplies
• Update clients, dispatch, and management on your daily schedule, if there are any delays or changes.
• Be responsible for maintaining company vehicle, tools & equipment.
• Be responsible for keeping accurate logs of sales stops.
• Be on the road daily meeting with clients at on-site locations.
• Be responsible for sending closes after the completion of each job if it's not a large project.
• Troubleshoot & resolve product issues and concerns

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Possess computer skills, including email and use of internet.
• 21+ years of age with valid driver’s license.
• No criminal record (We will run a background check).
• Ability to work remotely without constant supervision.
• Go getter and problem solver attitude.
• 2-5 years of automotive locksmith or key experience is a plus.
• Ability to work in all elements of weather.
• Ability to lift car hoods, disconnect vehicle batteries, enter and exit vehicles.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, squat, stand, stoop and bend.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

What we Offer

• Career growth & opportunities for advancement.
• Competitive commission pay.
• In-house and on-site knowledge and training
• Company Vehicle, laptop and gas card.
• Tools and programmers to succeed.
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing

This role is vital for maintaining the security integrity of our clients' vehicles while providing top-tier service. We value professionalism, technical expertise, and a customer-focused approach in our team members.