Automotive Locksmith - All Houston

Collateral Recovery Team LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Collateral Recovery Team LLC is seeking an automotive locksmith for our Houston yards to handle high-volume key decoding, cutting, and programming. This on-site, production-focused role works with domestic and select imports, using Lishi tools to decode, cut, and program transponder and proximity keys.

You must be able to work outdoors in warehouse environments, follow directions, and maintain documentation of work performed.

Qualifications

• Proficient with Lishi decoding, cutting and programming.
• Experience with immobilizer and transponder systems.
• Ability to work high-volume, on-site production.
• Able to identify correct tool per vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Decode, cut, and program transponder and proximity keys using Lishi tools.
• Perform key decoding and immobilizer-related tasks on domestic vehicles.
• Work at Houston yards in a high-volume, production-focused setting.
• Document work performed and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Lishi proficiency

Key decoding

Key programming

Immobilizer systems knowledge

Tools

Lishi tools

Job description

Automotive Locksmith Needed - Houston Locations

Repo Lot | High Volume | $100K+ Potential

We are seeking a highly skilled automotive locksmith to handle high-volume key decoding, cutting, and programming at our yards in Houston, TX. This is not retail locksmithing or roadside work - this is consistent, on-site production work with a steady flow of vehicles.

If you can’t confidently decode with Lishi, this position is not for you.

Position Overview

You will work directly on domestic vehicles (Ford, GM, Chrysler, etc.) and select imports (Toyota, Nissan, etc.), performing all keys lost, lock decoding, transponder & proximity key programming, and related immobilizer tasks.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency with Lishi tools (standard cut & high security)
• Ability to identify & select the correct Lishi tool per vehicle
• Solid understanding of transponder systems and compatible key selection
• Working knowledge of immobilizer systems (Ford, GM, Toyota, Chrysler, etc.)
• Ability to cut/program transponder and proximity keys when all keys are lost
• Comfortable working outdoors and in warehouse environments
• Able to follow direction, work independently, and stay focused
• Basic typing/writing skills for documentation

Job Details

• Locations: Houston, TX
• Schedule: Weekdays, with optional weekend key cutting
• Pay: ~$70K+ annually plus bonuses for locksmiths who meet requirement