Key Technician - Warehouse

DH Pace Company, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) with match

HSA and FSA

Voluntary benefits

Employee discounts

Competitive compensation

Job summary

DH Pace Company, Inc. in Peachtree Corners, GA, is seeking an entry-level Key Technician Assistant to support our locksmithing team in the Warehouse. You will gain hands-on experience with basic repairs to hollow metal doors, frames, and hardware.

This role starts with on-the-job training and offers a clear path to develop skills such as re-pin/re-key cylinders, reading production codes, and operating key-cutting equipment. A reliable worker with physical stamina will fit well.

Qualifications

• Reasonable knowledge of locks, hardware, and related components.
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Experience with master key systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic diagnostics and repairs related to hollow metal doors, frames, and hardware.
• Re-pin/re-key cylinders.
• Engrave material and package for shipping.
• Read production codes.
• Cut and issue new keys on key cut machines including high security systems.
• Operate key duplicating equipment and related hand/power tools.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Lock knowledge

Physical ability

Master key systems

Tools

Key cutting machines

Locksmithing tools

Reading production codes

Job description

Why DH Pace?

DH Pace Company is a family-owned and privately held business with annual sales over $1 billion through 60+ offices located across the continental United States. The Company is an industry leader in the distribution, installation, maintenance, and repair of a complete range of commercial, industrial, and residential door, docking and security products. In 2026, DH Pace is celebrating its 100th anniversary in business.

Why DH Pace?

DH Pace Company is a family-owned and privately held business with annual sales over $1 billion through 60+ offices located across the continental United States. The Company is an industry leader in the distribution, installation, maintenance, and repair of a complete range of commercial, industrial, and residential door, docking and security products. In 2026, DH Pace is celebrating its 100th anniversary in business.

DH Pace Company, Inc. in Peachtree Corners, GA, is seeking to hire a Key Technician Assistant to support our locksmithing team in our Warehouse. This role is entry level and will develop your skills with basic repairs related to hollow metal doors, frames, and hardware.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with basic diagnostics and repairs related to hollow metal doors, frames, and hardware
• Re-pin/re-key cylinders
• Engrave material and package for shipping
• Read production codes
• Cut and issue new keys on key cut machines including high security systems: Schlage, Medeco, and Best
• Operate a variety of equipment and machines, including key duplicating equipment and various hand or power tools
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Reasonable knowledge of all types of locks, fastening devices, and related hardware
• Physical ability to lift 100 pounds independently; the ability to bend, climb, and stand for an extended amount of time
• Experience with master key systems is a plus

What We Offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage — available your first full month
• Generous paid time off plus paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Voluntary benefits including supplemental life and critical illness coverage
• Employee discounts for you and your immediate family
• Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews

Successful completion of employment verifications, background check, drug screen, and driving record (if applicable) required in advance of hire.

DH Pace Company, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of DH Pace Company, Inc. without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of DH Pace Company, Inc. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

DH Pace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.