Automotive Key Technician

Car Keys Express; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 62,440 - 81,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Match

Company Vehicle

Paid Personal Time Off

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Des Plaines, IL is seeking an Automotive Key Technician to support and grow business relationships with dealerships and fleet operations. The role includes managing inventory and developing a weekly sales route. Candidates should have sales experience and a valid Driver's license. The position offers competitive compensation, career growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement options, and company resources.

Qualifications

• Fluent in both English and Spanish Preferred.
• Sales and customer service experience with a commission-based background preferred.
• Ability to work remotely without constant supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain business relationships with dealerships and fleet operations.
• Manage inventory, maintain a company vehicle, and conduct audits.
• Develop and maintain a weekly sales route to maximize profits.

Skills

Sales and customer service experience

Fluent in both English and Spanish

Ability to work remotely

Familiar with computers

Go getter attitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Team

Position: Automotive Key Technician Location: Des Plaines, IL
Job Id: 2683 # of Openings: 1

Automotive Key Technician - Des Plaines, IL

DO YOU CONSIDER YOURSELF A CAR ENTHUSIAST?

How does the idea of driving around to dealerships, auto auctions, etc. and making keys for the sweetest new rides out there sound to you? Come work for Car Keys Express! Car Keys Express, otherwise known as CKE, offers our Technicians the ability to make a competitive wage, all while working a Monday through Friday business hours schedule. We also offer career growth opportunities, a company provided vehicle with no out of pocket expenses (other than your pants and shoes!), a laptop, phone, and benefits that include medical, dental, company paid life insurance, 401K and PTO!

So who are we?

CKE is the world’s first online retailer of automotive keys and remotes as well as the largest single‑vendor solution for replacement keys and automotive reconditioning. We invented the world’s first and only Universal Car Remote.

Responsibilities

The Mobile Technician will support, grow, and maintain our business relationships with dealerships and fleet operations in your metro area. This person will also be responsible for developing and maintaining a weekly sales route in their territory to maximize profits. You will be responsible for managing inventory, maintaining a company vehicle, audits, and accurate logs of sales stops. Candidates with 2-5 years of automotive, cable installation, route sales or related fields make great fits!

Qualifications

• Fluent in both English and Spanish Preferred
• Go getter attitude!
• Sales and customer service experience (commission based sales experience preferred)
• Ability to work remotely without constant supervision
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 21 years of age with a valid Driver’s license
• Familiar with computers, email, and navigating the internet
• Professional demeanor and appearance
• Safe place to park company van
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, bend, stoop, squat and stand
• Ability to enter and exit elevated van doors 30-40 times daily
• Lift car hoods, disconnect batteries, enter/ exit other vehicles
• Work in all elements of weather is required

Benefits

• Match 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• Paid Personal Time Off
• Laptop, Company Phone, Gas Card, Company Van

Compensation

The compensation for this role is made up of salary, commission and bonus.

• Year 1 Average – $62,440 per year
• After the first year – $81,320 per year

Growth = Opportunity